Linezolid

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Linezolid is an antibiotic used for the treatment of infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria that are resistant to other antibiotics.[2][3] Linezolid is active against most Gram-positive bacteria that cause disease, including streptococci, vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE), and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).[2][4] The main uses are infections of the skin and pneumonia although it may be used for a va...

I am suffering from headaches and blurred vision even after completion of linezolid ip 600mg antibiotic tablets that I had taken for 1 month alongside linezolid 300mL shots for 2 weeks after a spinal surgery / epidural due to an abscess & psoas abscess. My course of treatment was completed 3-weeks back but I am still experiencing side effects. How long will it take to recover from these side effects? After 10-days of completion of linezolid ip 600mg tablets, I have been advised to take tryptomer 10mg tablets for 15 days; which caused my side effects to increase. Can anyone please offer some advice?

Linezolid

Linezolid is an antibiotic used for the treatment of infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria that are resistant to other antibiotics.[2][3] Linezolid is active against most Gram-positive bacteria that cause disease, including streptococci, vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE), and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).[2][4] The main uses are infections of the skin and pneumonia although it may be used for a va...

Nezkil is the brand name of linezolid marketed by continental pharmaceuticals.it is indicated in pneumonias,sstis,vre infections with concommitant bacteremia. off the label indications include bone and joint infections, native valve left side endocarditis etc.it is weak mao inhibitor.long term use may result in reversible pancytopenia and irreversible optic neuropathies, thus require continueous monitoring.

Nezkil is the brand name of a novel antibacterial linezolid marketed by Continental pharmaceuticals pakistan. it is available in 600mg tablat with MRP 1780 for 10's and 600mg iv infusion in 300ml vial with MRP of 600.00. ## Nezkil is the brand name of a novel antibacterial linezolid marketed by Continental pharmaceuticals pakistan. it is available in 600mg tablat with MRP 1780 for 10's and 600mg iv infusion in 300ml vial with MRP of 600.00. ## nezkil is the brand name of linezolid marketed by continental pharmaceuticals in pakistan.it is available as 600mg tablet with MRP of Rs.178 per tab and 600mg infusion in 300ml vial with MRP of Rs.600 per vial.Nezkil is indicated in treating bacterial infections caused by multi drug resistant gram-positive bacteria like nosocomial pneumoni...

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ANY SIDE EFFECTS ## Nezkil is the brand name of novel antibiotic Linezolid. In pakistan it was introduced first time by Continental Pharmaceuticals in Feb,2007. Initially it was launched as 600mg tablet with MRP of 178.00 per tab, now reduced to Rs.100.00 per tab. Later on 600mg/300ml infusion was introduced in May 2009. Now it is available in comprehensive range with the introduction of 400mg tab with MRP of Rs.70.00 per tab., 200mg/100ml infusion with MRP Rs.275.00 and 100mg/5ml suspension with MRP Rs.300.00 per bottle. Nezkil is the drug of choice in treating multi drug-resistant gram-posive bacterial infections. In certain conditions it is better to Vancomycin and Teicoplanin. ## I am a patient who just had surgery and was administered Nezkil via IV and then tablets orally at home. ...

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Oral Antibotic ## The medication name is actually Zyvox, it contains the active ingredient Linezolid, which is an antibiotic that's used for serious infections that are caused by gram positive bacteria resistant to several others. Learn more Zyvox details here. It's common side effects may include headache, diarrhea and nausea. This is a very expensive medication and may not be easy to find. Are there any questions or comments? ## Hello is there a generic medicine for this my toes are infected and my doctor recommend this

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wheather darolac to be used before food or after food ## Darolac and linezolid, before or after food please? ## which tablet i have to take glycephase sr 500mg or glimy m2 after or before meals please tell me ## This is a probiotic, so you can take it, when it is convenient for you, be that before a meal, or after one. I can cause nausea, and diarrhea in some people that take it, according to NIH warnings, so you may do better taking it before a meal, it really depends on what works for you. Deepak, diabetes medications are best taken just before a meal, so they have a chance to start working by the time your body is digesting your food and you will experience the most blood sugar fluctuations. The NIH lists their typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, s...

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is the drug amoxik clav or augmentin any good for treating the MRSA BUG? Like an antibotic ## It is an antibiotic, it contains Amoxicillin with Clavulanic Acid, however, no it is not usually used to treat MRSA as it is usually resistant to this class of antibiotics. The most commonly used now is Vancomycin. Are there any other questions or comments? ## No, this drug is not effective against most of the strains of mrsa. It is the best to traeat mrsa with NEZKIL (Linezolid), which is marketed in Pakistan in full range i.e.600mg infusion and tablet, 400mg tablet, 200mg infusion and 100mg/5l suspension.

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I have cellulittes in left ancle and leg is cephalexin 500 mg what I need ## Hi Flonnie, Based on my research Cephalexin is actually regarded as one of the recommended drugs for treating Cellulitis in it's early stages. From what I could gather, the usual adult dose of Cephalexin (in the treatment of Cellulitis), is 500mgs orally every 6 hours, for up to 7-10 days. Depending on how severe each individual case is, other more powerful antibiotics may also be recommended, such as Vancomycin, Daptomycin, or Linezolid. I hope this helps to answer your question! ## cephalexin 500 mg is a green capsule with the number 219 on it. hope this helps

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What should you take for staph infection? What is SMZ/TMP DS 800-160 TAB(Teva)?Please help me out if you have any answers. Thanks! ## As to what is best used for it, well that is entirely up to your doctor, who will base it on the type of staph infection you have contracted. SMZ/TMP DS is Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim, this is a generic version of Bactrim and several others, it is a combination med, consisting of these two different antibiotics, which are used to treat various types of infections, including respiratory, urinary tract, staph, and etc. SMX-TMP Additional Info Click Here ## for a staph infection i would sensativity test then use a narrow spectrum antibiotic such as fusidin rifampacin, clindamycin, vancomycin, teicoplanon, quintapristin and dalfopristin or linezolid. de...

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Zyvox ## my tongue has turned black is this a reaction to combination of meds? will it go away there is no pain or taste involved but it us unsightly

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whats the acceptance of drug in patient curity and cmarc data for dr prescription?

Can use this medicine for curing tinea infection

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foods not to be eaten ## Zyvox is an antibiotic, containing the active ingredient Linezolid. It should not be used with Tyramine containing foods, information on these can be found at this link:

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What are the one or two Antibotic Med'sESIYA and I guess the only one's that can treat an MRSA Patient ## For MRSA it depends on whether or not there are other complications involved, for instance if the person has also developed pneumonia due to it, then the antibiotic of choice is Linezolid. For Ca-MRSA, HA-MRSA, the choice is Vancomycin. So there still isn't any real definitive, or clear cut answer to give you for these questions. Have you been diagnosed? ## MRSA is a super bug and requires to be treated with super drugs. In pakistan Vancomycin, Teicoplanin, Tigecycline and LINEZOLID areb used frequently to treat mrsa infections. Amon these drugs Linezolid has an edge of its availability in oral form with 100% bioavailability and bioeqiuivalence with injection. In Pakista...

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Linezolid for Oral Solution 100 mg/5ml Oral Powder, for Suspension by Roxane Laboratories, Inc. ## Package Codes: 0054-0319-50

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Linezolid 600 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. ## Markings: TV;7490 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0093-7490-34, 0093-7490-65

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Linezolid 600 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc ## Markings: LZD;600 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0093-8244-34, 0093-8244-65