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Linzex Information

Linzex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Linzex have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Linzex. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Linzex have been listed ahead. These side effects of Linzex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Linzex's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Linzex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Linzex is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Linzex contraindications section.

Additionally, Linzex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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



Linzex Benefits & Uses

Linzex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Linzex 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

Linzex Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Linzex safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Linzex safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Linzex rarely affects the kidneys.

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


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

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


    There are no any side effects of Linzex for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Linzex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Linzex Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Linzex

  • Is this Linzex habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Linzex has not been reported.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Linzex only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Linzex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Linzex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Linzex


    Taking Linzex with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Linzex


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Linzex with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Linzex

Question over 4 years ago

Does Linzex cover enterococcus?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question over 4 years ago

Does Linzex contain penicillin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Linzex 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Linzex cause anemia?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Linzex may cause anemia, this occurs only in few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. It occurs due to bone marrow suppression which might cause anemia, leukopenia, pancytopenia, and thrombocytopenia. However, this effect is reversible in nature and the function of bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Linzex without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Linzex is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Linzex without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Linzex cause hair loss?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Linzex does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Linzex is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.



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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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