Introduction

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Uses of Rovantin

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Rovantin

Rash
Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Rovantin

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. Rovantin is to be taken with food.

How Rovantin works

Rovantin is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

What if you forget to take Rovantin?

If you miss a dose of Rovantin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Rovantin to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Rovantin and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Rovantin as it may cause increased side effects.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Rovantin does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Rovantin is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Rovantin is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.\nAvoid prolonged use of Rovantin, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
UNSAFE – Driving: Rovantin may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Rovantin should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rovantin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Rovantin is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Rovantin is recommended.