Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Linezox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Other than this, Linezox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Linezox. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Linezox have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Linezox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Linezox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Linezox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Linezox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Linezox contraindications section.
Additionally, Linezox may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Linezox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Linezox 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
|
Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
|
Is the use of Linezox safe for pregnant women?
Linezox can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Linezox right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Linezox safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Linezox may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Linezox should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Linezox on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Linezox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Linezox on the Liver?
Linezox is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Linezox on the Heart?
Linezox is completely safe for the heart.
Linezox 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 Linezox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Linezox habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Linezox.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Linezox can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Linezox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Linezox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Linezox
Taking Linezox with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Linezox
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Linezox.
Yes, oral Linezox can be taken with ibuprofen. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ibuprofen then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Linezox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against gram-positive bacteria and certain gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria which are essential for it. The absence of these vital proteins results in stunned bacterial cell growth due to which bacteria become vulnerable and dies. Linezox is effective against a wide range of gram-positive bacteria and some gram-negative bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus agalactiae, and Enterococcus faecium.
Take or use Linezox as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take or use this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Linezox 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.
Yes, Linezox 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.
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