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Linzaa is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Linzaa depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Linzaa 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 Linzaa safe for pregnant women?
Linzaa may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Linzaa, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Linzaa safe during breastfeeding?
Linzaa may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Linzaa on the Kidneys?
Linzaa has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Linzaa on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Linzaa on the liver.
What is the effect of Linzaa on the Heart?
Linzaa is completely safe for the heart.
Linzaa 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 Linzaa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Linzaa habit forming or addictive?
Linzaa does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Linzaa. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Linzaa should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Linzaa is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Linzaa
Taking Linzaa with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Linzaa
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Linzaa with alcohol.
Rarely, Linzaa 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.
Take or use Linzaa 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, oral Linzaa can be taken with amlodipine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Linzaa along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Linzaa 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. Linzaa 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.
The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Linzaa 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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