Warning: the next information is intended to supplement, not substitute since, judgment of your pharmacist. it shouldnot be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult some your healthcare professional before using it drug.

Linezolid - oral suspension

(lin-aze-oh-lid)

common brand names: Zyvox

Simular Drugs : Zyvox, Zyvox, Zyvox

Zyvox Usage: Linezolid is an antibiotic used to treat certain serious bacterial infections often resistant to other antibiotics.

How to use Zyvox: Take it drug by mouth usually all 12 hours or as directed by your doctor. Before taking each dose, mix suspension by gently turning bottle upside down 3 to three times. do not shake it pill. Linezolid is related to group about drugs called MAO inhibitors. Certain foods interact with MAO inhibitors causing severe headache & increased blood pressure. this could lead to a medical emergency. watch drug INTERACTIONS section. Antibiotics work best when the amount about medicine in youre body is kept at a constant level. Therefore, take it drug at evenly spaced intervals. Continue to take it med until full-prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in relapse of the infection. Inform your pharmacist if your condition does not improve in 10 days.

Zyvox side effects: Diarrhea, headache, nausea or vomiting, dizziness, trouble sleeping, or rash may occur. If these any of these effects persist or worsen, notify youre pharmacist promptly. Tell your healthcare professional immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: simple bruising or bleeding, severe headache, severe dizziness, vision changes, tingling or numbness of hands/feet, fever, persistent sore throat, unusual fatigue. Use of this drug since prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral or vaginal fungal infection). Contact your physician if you notice white patches in your mouth, change in vaginal discharge or other new symptoms. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or doctor.

Zyvox Precautions: Tell some your doctor some your medical history, especially of: HBP (hypertension), blood disorders (low blood counts), chronic infection, any allergies. If you should avoid products that contain phenylalanine (phenylketonuric), speak to some your pharmacist or doctor about safe use of it product. Tell your physician if you have had diarrhea & stomach pain while taking other antibiotics. it may be a symptom of a different infection (pseudomembranous colitis) that requires another tablet. this pill should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with some your doctor. it isnt known whether this medication passes in to breast milk. Because about potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using it medication is not recommended. Consult some your pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Zyvox drug interactions: this drug shouldn't be used with following pills because very serious interactions may occur: apraclonidine, brimonidine, bethanidine, bupropion, buspirone, carbamazepine, dextromethorphan, entacapone, herbal products (e.g., ma huang), indoramin, meperidine, papaverine, sibutramine, SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine, citalopram), sympathomimetics (e.g., methylphenidate, ephedrine), tolcapone, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline, doxepin), 'triptans' (e.g., sumatriptan, zolmitriptan). If you currently using any of these pills, tell your healthcare professional or healthcare professional before starting linezolid. Before using this tablet, tell your doctor about every prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: other antibiotics, other drugs which can depress bone marrow (e.g., cancer chemotherapy), other MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine). bucks the labels on every your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they can contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Avoid these products while taking this medication. Ask your pharmacist for additional info. following are among foods and beverages to be avoided while you are taking this medication and for two weeks after you stop: Meat or Fish - pickled herring/liver/dry sausage/salami/meats prepared with tenderizer; Dairy - yogurt/sour cream/aged cheeses (cream or cottage cheese are okay); Beverages - beer/red wine/sherry - Avoid excessive amount of caffeine-containing colas/coffee/tea; Fruits & Vegetables - avocado/bananas/figs/raisins/broad beans/sauerkraut; other - yeast extract/soy sauce/large amounts of chocolate. don't start or stop any medicine with out doctor or pharmacist approval.

Zyvox Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Zyvox special notes: this pill has been prescribed for your current condition only. do not use this later for another infection unless told to do so by your doctor. different drug may be necessary in those cases. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., CBC, platelets) may be performed to monitor your progress. do not share this medication with others.

If you missed Zyvox dose: If you miss dose, use this as soon as you remember. If It's near time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. don't double the dose to catch up.

Zyvox Storage: Before mixing, store the dry powder & mixing solution below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). do not freeze. once mixed, medication is good for 21 days and should be stored in controlled room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C) away from light & moisture. Brief storage between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) is permitted. do not freeze.

Active Ingredients : Linezolid