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Megazolid 200 mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Megazolid 200 mg Injection have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Megazolid 200 mg Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Megazolid 200 mg Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Megazolid 200 mg Injection 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.
Megazolid 200 mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Megazolid 200 mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Megazolid 200 mg Injection related warnings section.
Megazolid 200 mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Megazolid 200 mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Megazolid 200 mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Megazolid 200 mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Megazolid 200 mg Injection 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
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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 Megazolid 200 mg Injection 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.
Is the use of Megazolid 200 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Megazolid may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Megazolid 200 mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Megazolid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Megazolid 200 mg Injection on the Liver?
Megazolid does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Megazolid 200 mg Injection on the Heart?
Megazolid is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Megazolid 200 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Megazolid 200 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Megazolid 200 mg Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Megazolid 200 mg Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Megazolid 200 mg Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Megazolid 200 mg Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Megazolid 200 mg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Megazolid 200 mg Injection
Taking Megazolid 200 mg Injection with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Megazolid 200 mg Injection
Information about the interaction of Megazolid 200 mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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
