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Cadlizo is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Cadlizo have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cadlizo depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cadlizo have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cadlizo are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cadlizo's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cadlizo has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cadlizo related warnings section.
Cadlizo is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cadlizo have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cadlizo may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cadlizo is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cadlizo is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Cadlizo safe for pregnant women?
Cadlizo can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cadlizo right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Cadlizo safe during breastfeeding?
Cadlizo may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cadlizo on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cadlizo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cadlizo on the Liver?
Using Cadlizo does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cadlizo on the Heart?
Cadlizo is completely safe for the heart.
Cadlizo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cadlizo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cadlizo habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cadlizo.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cadlizo. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cadlizo only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cadlizo in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cadlizo
The side effects of taking Cadlizo with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cadlizo
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cadlizo with alcohol will be.
Cadlizo is a brand name of linezolid and it comes in form of tablet and injection. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as oxazolidinone. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections such as skin infections and respiratory infections (pneumonia).
Rarely, Cadlizo causes fever and chills. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try to take mild antipyretic medicine such as paracetamol even after this fever does not subsidise then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Cadlizo does not treat STD (sexually transmitted diseases). It is not used for the treatment of STD (sexually transmitted diseases) such as gonorrhoea and syphilis.
Yes Cadlizo can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Cadlizo. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Cadlizo does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Cadlizo is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zyvox ® (linezolid)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 758
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 778-781