Covatil LZ

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (500 mg) + Linezolid (600 mg)
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    Covatil Lz Information

    Covatil Lz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Covatil Lz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Covatil Lz. 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.

    Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Covatil Lz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Covatil Lz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

    It is also important to note that Covatil Lz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Covatil Lz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Covatil Lz related warnings section.

    Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Anemia must refrain from the use of Covatil Lz since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Covatil Lz contraindications section.

    Besides this, Covatil Lz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

    In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Covatil Lz is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



    Covatil Lz Benefits & Uses

    Covatil Lz is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Covatil Lz 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


    Covatil Lz Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Covatil Lz is used -

    Moderate

    Mild

    Covatil Lz Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Covatil Lz safe for pregnant women?


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

    • Is the use of Covatil Lz safe during breastfeeding?


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

    • What is the effect of Covatil Lz on the Kidneys?


      Covatil LZ has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    • What is the effect of Covatil Lz on the Liver?


      Covatil LZ is completely safe for the liver.

    • What is the effect of Covatil Lz on the Heart?


      You can take Covatil LZ without any fear of damage to the heart.



    Severe Interaction of Covatil Lz with Other Drugs

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

    Severe

    Moderate

    Mild



    Covatil Lz Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Covatil Lz

    • Is this Covatil Lz habit forming or addictive?


      Covatil Lz does not cause addiction.

    Covatil Lz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Covatil Lz


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

    • Interaction between Alcohol and Covatil Lz


      No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Covatil Lz with alcohol will be.



    Frequently asked Questions about Covatil Lz

    Question about 4 years ago

    Is Covatil LZ a sulfa drug?

    Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

    No, Covatil LZ is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

    Question about 5 years ago

    What is Covatil LZ?

    Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

    Covatil LZ is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Can I take Covatil LZ without consulting a doctor?

    Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

    Covatil LZ is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Covatil LZ contain penicillin?

    Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

    No, Covatil LZ does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

    Question almost 4 years ago

    Can Covatil LZ treat typhoid?

    Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Covatil LZ can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.



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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; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312

    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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