Linoplus Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Linoplus Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Linoplus Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Linoplus Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Linoplus Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Linoplus Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Linoplus Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Linoplus Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia are examples of such conditions. The section on Linoplus Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Linoplus Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Linoplus Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Linoplus Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Linoplus Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Linoplus may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Linoplus again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Linoplus Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Linoplus may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Linoplus Tablet on the Kidneys?
Linoplus has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Linoplus Tablet on the Liver?
Linoplus is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Linoplus Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Linoplus without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Linoplus Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Linoplus Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Linoplus Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Linoplus Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Linoplus Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Linoplus Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Linoplus Tablet
Taking Linoplus Tablet with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Linoplus Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Linoplus Tablet with alcohol will be.
Linoplus is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Linoplus without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
No, Linoplus 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.
Yes, Linoplus can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
Linoplus is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against gram-positive bacteria and certain gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria which are essential for it. The absence of these vital proteins results in stunned bacterial cell growth due to which bacteria become vulnerable and dies. Linoplus is effective against a wide range of gram-positive bacteria and some gram-negative bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus agalactiae, and Enterococcus faecium.
Yes, Linoplus 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.
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