Entavar Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Biocon
  • Contains / Salt: Linezolid (600 mg)

Entavar Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 335
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 335
0 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Biocon
  • Contains / Salt: Linezolid (600 mg)

Entavar Tablet Information

Entavar Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Entavar Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Entavar Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Entavar Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Entavar Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Entavar Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Entavar Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Entavar Tablet related warnings section.

Entavar Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Entavar Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Entavar Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Entavar Tablet Benefits & Uses

Entavar Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Entavar Tablet 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


Entavar Tablet Side Effects

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

Moderate

Mild

Entavar Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Entavar Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Entavar can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Entavar, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Entavar Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Entavar should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Entavar Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Entavar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Entavar Tablet on the Liver?


    Using Entavar does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Entavar Tablet on the Heart?


    Entavar is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Entavar Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Entavar Tablet Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Entavar Tablet

  • Is this Entavar Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Entavar Tablet is addictive.

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


    After taking Entavar Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Entavar Tablet can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Entavar Tablet only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Entavar Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Entavar Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Entavar Tablet


    The side effects of taking Entavar Tablet with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Entavar Tablet


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Entavar Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Entavar Tablet

Question about 6 years ago

Is Entavar a antibiotic?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Entavar is an antibiotic. It contains linezolid which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as oxazolidinone. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as pneumonia and skin infections.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Entavar with paracetamol?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes Entavar can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Entavar. 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 6 years ago

Does Entavar cover enterococcus?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question over 6 years ago

Does Entavar cause fever?

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

Rarely, Entavar 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 7 years ago

What is Entavar?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Entavar is a brand name of linezolid and it comes in form of tablet and injection. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as oxazolidinone. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections such as skin infections and respiratory infections (pneumonia).



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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

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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