Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat various types of respiratory infections. It treats the infection and prevents further infections by acting against the microorganisms. It also dilutes the thick mucus (phlegm) for easy cough out.

Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet1 and Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet2.

Uses of Avirox-AM Tablet

Respiratory tract infection

Benefits of Avirox-AM Tablet

In Respiratory tract infection

Respiratory tract infections are those infections that can affect the sinuses, throat, airways or lungs. Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet contains two different medicines, Roxithromycin and Ambroxol, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause respiratory tract infections. Roxithromycin works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Ambroxol helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It also enhances the activity of Roxithromycin against bacteria.
It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Avirox-AM Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Avirox-AM

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Allergic reaction

How to use Avirox-AM Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Avirox-AM Tablet

Take your medication timely to maintain steady levels in your body.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and a healthy diet while taking the medicine.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.
Discontinue Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Small type of asthma , cough , dust allergies , Chest and same place opposite back pain

Dr. Anshul Varshney

Physician

Hello, Welcome to 1mg. I am Anshul Varshney for your help. You seem to be having Lower Respiratory Tract Infection. Get your Chest X-ray done.

Nose in close Cold chest flue a

Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan

ENT

Can't prescribe without proper clinical examination. It can be upper respiratory tract infection or lower respiratory tract infection

FAQs

Avirox-AM Tablet

What if I don't get better after using Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if I miss my dose?

Take Avirox-AM 150mg/60mg Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

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References

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Name: Avalanche Pharmaceuticals

Address: 40 Laxmanpuri, Indira Nagar, Faizabad Road, Lucknow 226016.

Country of origin: India

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