Lizobact

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Lizobact Information

Lizobact is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Lizobact also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Lizobact is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lizobact as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lizobact are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lizobact is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lizobact related warnings talks about Lizobact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lizobact is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Lizobact have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Lizobact may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Lizobact, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Lizobact Benefits & Uses

Lizobact is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lizobact 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

Lizobact Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lizobact safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Lizobact safe during breastfeeding?


    Lizobact may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

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


    Lizobact rarely affects the kidneys.

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


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

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


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Lizobact with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Lizobact Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Lizobact

  • Is this Lizobact habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Lizobact has not been reported.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Lizobact 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, Lizobact cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Lizobact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lizobact


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

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lizobact


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Lizobact

Question over 4 years ago

Can Lizobact treat STD?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Lizobact does not treat STD (sexually transmitted diseases). It is not used for the treatment of STD (sexually transmitted diseases) such as gonorrhoea and syphilis.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Lizobact with amlodipine?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, oral Lizobact can be taken with amlodipine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Lizobact along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Lizobact cover enterococcus?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Lizobact 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 Lizobact cause fever?

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

Rarely, Lizobact 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 Lizobact with ibuprofen?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, oral Lizobact can be taken with ibuprofen. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ibuprofen then do not hesitate to inform 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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