Linezolid 600 mg 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Linezolid 600 mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Linezolid 600 mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Linezolid can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Linezolid right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Linezolid 600 mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Linezolid should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Linezolid 600 mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Linezolid rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Linezolid 600 mg Tablet on the Liver?
Linezolid is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Linezolid 600 mg Tablet on the Heart?
Using Linezolid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Linezolid 600 mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Linezolid 600 mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Linezolid 600 mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Linezolid 600 mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Linezolid 600 mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Linezolid 600 mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Linezolid 600 mg Tablet
The side effects of taking Linezolid 600 mg Tablet with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Linezolid 600 mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Linezolid 600 mg Tablet with alcohol.
Rarely, Linezolid causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Rarely, Linezolid 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, oral Linezolid can be taken with amlodipine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Linezolid along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Linezolid 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.
Yes, Linezolid 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.
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