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Linid Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Linid Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Linid Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Linid Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Linid Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Linid Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Linid Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Linid Tablet related warnings section.
Linid Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Linid Tablet in conditions like Anemia. Other contraindications of Linid Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Linid Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Linid Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Linid Tablet 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 Linid Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Linid can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Linid, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Linid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Linid. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Linid Tablet on the Kidneys?
Linid may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Linid Tablet on the Liver?
Linid is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Linid Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Linid for the heart.
Linid Tablet 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 Linid Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Linid Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Linid Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Linid Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Linid Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Linid Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Linid Tablet
Taking Linid Tablet with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Linid Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Linid Tablet with alcohol will be.
No, Linid does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Linid is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Linid 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.
Rarely, Linid causes fever and chills. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try to take mild antipyretic medicine such as paracetamol even after this fever does not subsidise then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Linid covers MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is used effectively in the treatment of MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections.
Yes, Linid 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.
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