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Calinolid is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion, Tablet. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Calinolid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Calinolid is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Calinolid as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Calinolid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Calinolid's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Calinolid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Calinolid related warnings section.
Calinolid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Calinolid in conditions like Anemia. Some other conditions that can be affected by Calinolid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Calinolid with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Calinolid is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Calinolid 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Calinolid safe for pregnant women?
Calinolid may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Calinolid, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Calinolid safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Calinolid may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Calinolid should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Calinolid on the Kidneys?
Calinolid rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Calinolid on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Calinolid on the liver.
What is the effect of Calinolid on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Calinolid for the heart.
Calinolid 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 Calinolid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calinolid habit forming or addictive?
Calinolid is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Calinolid as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Calinolid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Calinolid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Calinolid
Taking certain foods and Calinolid together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calinolid
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Calinolid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Calinolid covers anaerobes. It is effective against anaerobic bacteria which are resistant to other antibiotics.
Rarely, Calinolid causes nausea and vomiting. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even after that if it persists or becomes severe then discuss it with your doctor.
No, Calinolid 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 Calinolid is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Calinolid 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.
Calinolid 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).
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