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Roxithromycin

Generic Name
Roxithromycin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C41H76N2O15
CAS Number
80214-83-1
Unique Ingredient Identifier
21KOF230FA

Overview

Roxithromycin is a semi-synthethic macrolide antibiotic that is structurally and pharmacologically similar to erythromycin, azithromycin, or clarithromycin. It was shown to be more effective against certain Gram-negative bacteria, particularly Legionella pneumophila. Roxithromycin exerts its antibacterial action by binding to the bacterial ribosome and interfering with bacterial protein synthesis. It is marketed in Australia as a treatment for respiratory tract, urinary and soft tissue infections.

Background

Roxithromycin is a semi-synthethic macrolide antibiotic that is structurally and pharmacologically similar to erythromycin, azithromycin, or clarithromycin. It was shown to be more effective against certain Gram-negative bacteria, particularly Legionella pneumophila. Roxithromycin exerts its antibacterial action by binding to the bacterial ribosome and interfering with bacterial protein synthesis. It is marketed in Australia as a treatment for respiratory tract, urinary and soft tissue infections.

Indication

Used to treat respiratory tract, urinary and soft tissue infections.

Associated Conditions

  • Lower Respiratory Tract and Lung Infections
  • Respiratory Tract Infections (RTI)
  • Skin Infections
  • Ear, nose, and throat infections

FDA Approved Products

Product Name
Manufacturer
Route
Strength
Approved
NDC Code

No FDA products found

No FDA products found for this drug

EMA Approved Products

Medicine Name
EMA Number
Auth. Holder
Country
Drug Type
Status
Issued
Opinion
Revision

No EMA products found

No EMA products found for this drug

HSA Approved Products

Product Name
Manufacturer
Dosage Form
Strength
Approved
Approval No.
CAPSULE
150 mg
2000/10/20
SIN11413P

NMPA Approved Products

Product Name
Approval No.
Manufacturer
Dosage Form
Trade Name
Strength
Type
Status
Date
Import
国药准字H20041710
缓释制剂
恒特
0.3g
Chemical Drug
Approved
2020/06/30
Domestic
国药准字H20052711
胶囊剂(缓释)
逻施立
0.15g
Chemical Drug
Approved
2020/12/02
Domestic
国药准字H20070302
胶囊剂(软胶囊)
N/A
0.15g(15万单位)
Chemical Drug
Approved
2022/07/12
Domestic
国药准字H20030634
颗粒剂
仁苏
50mg
Chemical Drug
Approved
2020/05/22
Domestic
国药准字H20074162
片剂
N/A
0.15g
Chemical Drug
Approved
2017/09/01
Domestic
国药准字H20073146
片剂
N/A
75mg
Chemical Drug
Approved
2020/06/15
Domestic
国药准字H20055590
片剂
N/A
150mg
Chemical Drug
Approved
2019/12/25
Domestic
国药准字H20055591
片剂
N/A
75mg(7.5万单位)
Chemical Drug
Approved
2019/11/22
Domestic
国药准字H20000175
片剂
N/A
50mg
Chemical Drug
Approved
2015/10/08
Domestic
H20150027
sanofi aventis france
片剂
N/A
150mg
Approved
N/A
Domestic

PPB Approved Products

Product Name
Registration Code
Company
Category
Sale Type
Reg. Date
HK-46940
Antibiotic
POM
2000/10/27
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