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Lancure Benefits & Uses

Lancure is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Lancure 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

Lancure Related Warnings

Is the use of Lancure safe for pregnant women?

Lancure can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lancure right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Lancure safe during breastfeeding?

Lancure 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 Lancure on the Kidneys?

Lancure rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lancure on the Liver?

Lancure does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lancure on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lancure with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Pseudoephedrine

Bupropion

Buspirone

Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Rifampicin

Paracetamol,Codeine

Mild

Phenytoin

Lancure Contraindications

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

Anemia
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Hyperthyroidism
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lancure

Is this Lancure habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lancure has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lancure 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?

Lancure is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lancure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lancure

Using Lancure with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lancure

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lancure

Question over 5 years ago

What is Lancure?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Lancure 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).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Lancure on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Lancure on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Lancure safe to use?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lancure is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, rash, and dizziness. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lancure without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lancure cover MRSA infections?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Lancure covers MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is used effectively in the treatment of MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections.