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Some commonly used brand names are:
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Linezolid (li-NE-zoh-lid) belongs to the family of medicines called antibiotics. Antibiotics are medicines used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria. They work by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. Linezolid will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
Linezolid is used to treat infections of the blood, lungs, and skin. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. It is given by injection or orally. It is used mainly for serious infection for which other medicines may not work.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For linezolid, the following should be considered:
Allergies--Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to linezolid. Also tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives, or dyes.
Pregnancy--Linezolid has not been studied in pregnant women.
Breast-feeding-- It is not known whether linezolid passes into breast milk. Although most medicines pass into breast milk in small amounts, many of them may be used safely while breast-feeding. Mothers who are taking this medicine and who wish to breast-feed should discuss this with their doctor.
Children--Children-Studies on this medicine have been done only in adult patients, and there is no specific information comparing use of linezolid in children with use in other age groups.
Older adults--Older adults-This medicine has been tested and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.
Other medicines--Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking linezolid, it is especially important that your doctor and pharmacist know if you are taking any of the following:
Other medical problems--The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of linezolid. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
To help clear up your infection completely, keep taking this medicine for the full time of treatment , even if you begin to feel better after a few days. Also, it works best when there is a constant amount in the blood. To help keep the amount constant, linezolid must be given on a regular schedule.
Dosing--The dose of linezolid will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are taking linezolid .
Missed dose--If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage--To store this medicine:
If your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
More common
Headache; increased bowel movements; loose stools
Less common
Black, tarry stools; chest pain; chills; cough; fever; painful or difficult urination; rash; sore mouth or tongue; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness; vaginal yeast infection; vomiting; white patches in mouth, tongue, or throat
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.
More Common
Nausea
Less common
Change in taste; constipation; dizziness; loss of taste; trouble sleeping; unable to sleep
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
Developed: 08/17/2000
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