Stezolid 600 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Stezolid Benefits & Uses

Stezolid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Stezolid 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Stezolid Related Warnings

Is the use of Stezolid safe for pregnant women?

Stezolid can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Stezolid, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Stezolid safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Stezolid may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Stezolid should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Stezolid on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Stezolid on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Stezolid on the Liver?

Using Stezolid does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Stezolid on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Stezolid for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Stezolid with Other Drugs

Stezolid 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

Stezolid Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Stezolid

Is this Stezolid habit forming or addictive?

Stezolid is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Stezolid you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Stezolid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Stezolid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Stezolid

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

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Stezolid

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Stezolid.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Stezolid

Question over 5 years ago

Does Stezolid cover enterococcus?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Stezolid covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus bacteria which are resistant to vancomycin such as Enterococcus faecalis and Enterococcus faecium.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Stezolid treat UTI?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Stezolid 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 about 5 years ago

Does Stezolid contain penicillin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Stezolid 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

How to take Stezolid?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Stezolid 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Stezolid on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Stezolid 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.