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Lnz 600 MG Tablet

Manufactured byLupin Ltd.
ContainsLinezolid
Description
Lnz 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.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Lnz 600 MG Tablet

Cadlizo 600 MG Tablet
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Linokem 600 MG Tablet
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Linox 600 MG Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Lizofit 600 MG Tablet
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Lizolid 600 MG Tablet
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Lnz 600 MG Tablet

  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Pale skin
  • Skin rash
  • Headache
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Convulsions
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Change in taste
  • Trouble sleeping

Uses of Lnz 600 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bacterial Septicemia
  • Pneumonia
  • Skin and Structure Infection
  • Bacterial infections
  • Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcal Infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken by this medicine to show its effect is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains effective in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during 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.
  • Can this medicine be taken while 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.

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 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.

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.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Glimepiride

Ondansetron

Ethinyl Estradiol

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors

Live cholera vaccine

Disease interactions

Gastrointestinal Diseases

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Kidney Disease

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any undesired side effects to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Seizures

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with seizures due to the risk of worsening the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
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.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
This medicine works by interfering with protein synthesis which is essential for the bacteria to grow.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Oxazolidinone antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00601
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