Afdilinz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Afdilinz Information

Afdilinz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Afdilinz have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Afdilinz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Afdilinz as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Afdilinz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Afdilinz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Afdilinz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Afdilinz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Afdilinz in conditions like Anemia. The section on Afdilinz contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Afdilinz may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Afdilinz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Afdilinz Benefits & Uses
Afdilinz Dosage & How to Take
Afdilinz Side Effects
Afdilinz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Afdilinz with Other Drugs
Afdilinz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Afdilinz
Afdilinz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Afdilinz Benefits & Uses

Afdilinz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Afdilinz Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Afdilinz Related Warnings

Is the use of Afdilinz safe for pregnant women?

Afdilinz may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Afdilinz again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Afdilinz safe during breastfeeding?

Afdilinz should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Afdilinz on the Kidneys?

Afdilinz has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Afdilinz on the Liver?

Afdilinz does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Afdilinz on the Heart?

Afdilinz is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Afdilinz with Other Drugs

Afdilinz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pseudoephedrine

Bupropion

Buspirone

Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Rifampicin

Paracetamol,Codeine

Mild

Phenytoin

Afdilinz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afdilinz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anemia
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Hyperthyroidism
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Afdilinz

Is this Afdilinz habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Afdilinz has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Afdilinz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Afdilinz should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Afdilinz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Afdilinz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Afdilinz

Taking Afdilinz with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Afdilinz

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Afdilinz.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Afdilinz

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Afdilinz with amlodipine?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, oral Afdilinz can be taken with amlodipine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Afdilinz along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Afdilinz cause anemia?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Afdilinz may cause anemia, this occurs only in few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. It occurs due to bone marrow suppression which might cause anemia, leukopenia, pancytopenia, and thrombocytopenia. However, this effect is reversible in nature and the function of bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Afdilinz?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Afdilinz is recommended to be taken twice daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Precautions must be taken in patients with phenylketonuria, diabetes mellitus, and improper kidney function.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Afdilinz a antibiotic?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Afdilinz is an antibiotic. It contains linezolid which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as oxazolidinone. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as pneumonia and skin infections.