Introduction

Uses of Linzolid

Severe bacterial infections

Side effects of Linzolid

Vomiting
Headache
Nausea
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
Diarrhea

How to use Linzolid

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Linzolid may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.\nAvoid Linzolid with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

How Linzolid works

Linzolid is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Quick Tips

Linzolid treats serious infections caused by certain types of bacteria.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid taking excessive cheese, processed meats, alcohol, or soy sauce while taking this medication as these may cause an excessive rise in your blood pressure.
Inform your doctor if you develop fever, shortness of breath, or any changes in your vision.
Do not take it for more than 14 days without consulting your doctor.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Linzolid.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Linzolid may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Linzolid is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Linzolid may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Linzolid is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Linzolid is recommended.\nHowever, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Linzolid should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Linzolid may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nLimited information is available on the use of Linzolid in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.