Megazolid 200 mg/100 ML Infusion: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Megazolid Benefits & Uses

Megazolid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Megazolid 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Megazolid Related Warnings

Is the use of Megazolid safe for pregnant women?

Megazolid may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Megazolid, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Megazolid safe during breastfeeding?

Megazolid may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Megazolid on the Kidneys?

Megazolid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Megazolid on the Liver?

Megazolid does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Megazolid on the Heart?

Megazolid is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Megazolid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Pseudoephedrine

Bupropion

Buspirone

Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Rifampicin

Paracetamol,Codeine

Mild

Phenytoin

Megazolid Contraindications

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

Anemia
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Hyperthyroidism
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Megazolid

Is this Megazolid habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Megazolid.

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

After taking Megazolid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Megazolid can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Megazolid only on doctor's advice.

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

Megazolid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Megazolid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Megazolid

Taking Megazolid with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Megazolid

Information about the interaction of Megazolid and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Megazolid

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Megazolid on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Megazolid on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Megazolid contain penicillin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Megazolid 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Megazolid cause anemia?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Megazolid 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Megazolid work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Megazolid 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. Megazolid 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Megazolid with paracetamol?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes Megazolid can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Megazolid. 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.