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Entavar Infusion, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Entavar Infusion have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Entavar Infusion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Entavar Infusion side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Entavar Infusion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Entavar Infusion's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Entavar Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Entavar Infusion is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Entavar Infusion contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Entavar Infusion have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Entavar Infusion, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Entavar Infusion 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 Entavar Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Entavar can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Entavar, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Entavar Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Entavar should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Entavar Infusion on the Kidneys?
Entavar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Entavar Infusion on the Liver?
Using Entavar does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Entavar Infusion on the Heart?
Entavar is not harmful for the heart.
Entavar Infusion 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 Entavar Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Entavar Infusion habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Entavar Infusion is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Entavar Infusion, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Entavar Infusion can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Entavar Infusion only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Entavar Infusion is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Entavar Infusion
The side effects of taking Entavar Infusion with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Entavar Infusion
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Entavar Infusion and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Entavar does not contains penicillin. It contains linezolid which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as oxazolidinone. It is effectively used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
Yes Entavar can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Entavar. 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, Entavar 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 Entavar 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 Entavar 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.
Entavar 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