Linox 600 Tablet (Linezolid 600mg)

Description

Linox 600 MG Tablet is an antibiotic that is used to treat infections in the lungs, skin, blood, etc. caused by bacteria. It is used in vancomycin-resistance conditions. This medicine is not recommended for treating common cold, flu or other viral infections since it is not effective in treating them.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Linox 600 MG Tablet
Hospilid 600 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Linid 600 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Linoplus 600 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Lizoran 600 MG Tablet
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
Lnz 600 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Linox 600 MG Tablet
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Pale skin
Skin rash
Headache
Nausea or Vomiting
Convulsions
Irregular heartbeat
Change in taste
Trouble sleeping

Uses of Linox 600 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Bacterial Septicemia
This medicine is used in the treatment of septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.
Pneumonia
This medicine is used in the treatment of pneumonia which is the most common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Skin and Structure Infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of skin and structure infection like cellulitis, wound infection, or a cutaneous abscess caused by Streptococcus pyogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.
Bacterial infections
This medicine is used for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcal Infections
This medicine is used for the treatment of vancomycin-resistance enterococci (VRE) infections.

Related Products

List of related products
Linox 1200 MG Tablet
Linox 200 MG Infusion
Linox 300 MG Tablet
Linox 600 MG Infusion

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to linezolid or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)
This medicine is not recommended for use within 14 days of taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) due to the risk of severe adverse effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Decrease blood cell count
This medicine is known to lower the WBC and platelet count. Close monitoring of complete blood count is necessary. The treatment should be discontinued if any signs of the low blood cell count are identified.
Optic neuropathy
This medicine may cause vision problems in some patients receiving for more than 28 days. Any symptoms of changes in vision like blurred vision, changes in color vision, etc. should be informed to the doctor immediately.
Lactic acidosis
This medicine may cause a serious reaction called lactic acidosis in some patients. Inform the doctor if you experience unexplained nausea and vomiting. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Hypertension
This medicine is not be recommended for use in patients with uncontrolled blood pressure, pheochromocytoma, thyrotoxicosis, etc. unless absolutely necessary. Close monitoring of blood pressure levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Hypoglycemia
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in diabetic patients due to the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels). Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause lightheadedness, blurred vision, dizziness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
Avoid the use of this medicine if the patient experiences severe diarrhea after receiving therapy with this medicine. Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora in the large intestine, which promotes the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile. This will result in severe diarrhea. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor. Drink an adequate amount of water to prevent irritation. Do not take it in larger or smaller quantities than prescribed/advised. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Report any severe undesired side effects to the doctor immediately. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.