Description

Linezolid 600 mg

Linezolid is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of some serious bacterial infections. It can prevent the growth of bacteria. This medicine is useful in the treatment of bacterial infections but not made for viruses. Hence it will not work in the case of viral infections (Common cold, Flu). Linezolid belongs to MAO inhibitors class of drugs and it can increase chances of some side effects. Using any antibiotic unnecessarily can cause future ineffectiveness. Take this medicine as prescribed your doctor usually between 12 hours. You can take this medicine with food or without food as dosage is given based on your medical history and condition. Children are directed to take this medicine at every 8 hours of duration. Dosage is given based on the age and weight of the child.

Side Effects

Following side effect may occur with the use of given medications
Headache, vomiting, nausea, drowsiness, fast breathing, seizure, tiredness or diarrhea may occur. Inform your doctor immediately, if you feel any of the given side effects worsen. Your doctor has prescribed this medicine because he judged that benefits of this medicine are more than the risk of side effects. Many patients are not feeling any side effects while using this medication.

Precautions

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor about any allergies you have or if you have allergies to any inactive ingredients. If you have medical history of blood pressure, thyroid, bone marrow problems or any tumor conditions then inform your doctor or pharmacist.