Linezolid 600 mg Infusion - Lizolid 600 Mg Tablet

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    Linezolid Information

    Linezolid is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Other than this, Linezolid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    The right dosage of Linezolid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Linezolid as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Linezolid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    Linezolid's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Linezolid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Linezolid related warnings section.

    Linezolid is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Linezolid contraindications lists all such conditions.

    Drug interactions for Linezolid have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



    Linezolid Benefits & Uses

    Linezolid is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Linezolid 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

    Linezolid Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Linezolid safe for pregnant women?


      Linezolid can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Linezolid right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

      Moderate
    • Is the use of Linezolid safe during breastfeeding?


      Linezolid 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 Linezolid on the Kidneys?


      Linezolid rarely affects the kidneys.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Linezolid on the Liver?


      Linezolid is not harmful for the liver.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Linezolid on the Heart?


      Using Linezolid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

      Safe


    Severe Interaction of Linezolid with Other Drugs

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

    Severe

    Moderate

    Mild



    Linezolid Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Linezolid

    • Is this Linezolid habit forming or addictive?


      Linezolid does not cause addiction.

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


      You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Linezolid. So it is best to avoid driving.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Linezolid should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


      There is no benefit of taking Linezolid for mental disorders.

      No

    Linezolid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Linezolid


      The side effects of taking Linezolid with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

      Severe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Linezolid


      Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Linezolid with alcohol.

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Linezolid

    Question about 5 years ago

    Does Linezolid treat UTI?

    Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

    Yes, Linezolid can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.

    Question almost 6 years ago

    What is Linezolid?

    Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

    Linezolid 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).

    Question over 5 years ago

    Does Linezolid cover anaerobes?

    Dr. MBBS , Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

    Yes, Linezolid covers anaerobes. It is effective against anaerobic bacteria which are resistant to other antibiotics.

    Question about 5 years ago

    Can Linezolid treat STD?

    Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

    No, Linezolid does not treat STD (sexually transmitted diseases). It is not used for the treatment of STD (sexually transmitted diseases) such as gonorrhoea and syphilis.

    Question over 5 years ago

    Can Linezolid cause hair loss?

    Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

    No, Linezolid 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 Linezolid is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    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



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