Lineace

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Lineace Information

Lineace, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Lineace also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Lineace depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lineace can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lineace are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Lineace's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Lineace related warnings talks about Lineace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lineace can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lineace in conditions like Anemia. Other contraindications of Lineace have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Lineace may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Lineace is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Lineace Benefits & Uses

Lineace is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lineace Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Lineace Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lineace is used -

Moderate

Mild

Lineace Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lineace safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lineace. It is best to stop taking Lineace immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Lineace safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lineace. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Lineace on the Kidneys?


    Lineace rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lineace on the Liver?


    Lineace is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Lineace on the Heart?


    Using Lineace does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Lineace with Other Drugs

Lineace should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Lineace Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lineace unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Lineace

  • Is this Lineace habit forming or addictive?


    Lineace is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Lineace you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Lineace is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Lineace in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Lineace Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lineace


    Taking Lineace with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lineace


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lineace with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Lineace

Question over 4 years ago

Does Lineace cover enterococcus?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Lineace covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus bacteria which are resistant to vancomycin such as Enterococcus faecalis and Enterococcus faecium.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lineace cause fever?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Rarely, Lineace 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.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Lineace with paracetamol?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes Lineace can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Lineace. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Lineace contain penicillin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Lineace does not contains penicillin. It contains linezolid which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as oxazolidinone. It is effectively used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Lineace?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of infection and severity of the infection. Usually, oral Lineace 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zyvox ® (linezolid)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 758

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 778-781



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