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Composition :

LINEZOLID-600MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Lizoforce IV Injection

Lizoforce IV Injection belongs to the class of medicines called oxazolidinones used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), and skin. It is also used to treat infections which are resistant to other antibiotics. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Lizoforce IV Injection does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Lizoforce IV Injection contains Linezolid. It treats infection by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. 

Lizoforce IV Injection shows some common side-effects like thrush (fungal infection), headache, metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, indigestion and localized pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor before receiving this injection if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Lizoforce IV Injection passes into breastmilk and can cause diarrhoea and vomiting in infants; therefore, discontinue breastfeeding prior to and throughout the treatment. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Lizoforce IV Injection as it may cause increased dizziness. Lizoforce IV Injection may cause dizziness and vision problems, so drive and operate machinery only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and your ongoing medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Lizoforce IV Injection

Bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

Lizoforce IV Injection will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Lizoforce IV Injection belongs to the class of medicines called oxazolidinones used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), and skin. It is also used to treat infections which are resistant to other antibiotics. Lizoforce IV Injection contains Linezolid. It treats infection by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Lizoforce IV Injection

  • Thrush (fungal infection)
  • Headache
  • Metallic taste
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Indigestion
  • Localized pain

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know before receiving Lizoforce IV Injection if you are allergic to any of its contents; Lizoforce IV Injection should not be taken if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors in the last 14 days. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, phaeochromocytoma (tumour of adrenal glands), carcinoid syndrome (tumours of the hormone system), manic depression, schizophrenia, confusion or other mental problems. Inform your doctor if you have bruises or bleeding disorders, have anaemia (low red blood cells), are prone to infections, have a history of seizures, if you are on dialysis, have diarrhoea, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience a throbbing headache, vision problems, loss of sensitivity or tingling/prickling sensation in arms and legs, persistent diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or rapid breathing. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LinezolidRasagiline
Critical
LinezolidEntacapone
Critical

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LinezolidRasagiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Taking Rasagiline with Lizoforce IV Injection can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizoforce IV Injection with Rasagiline is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidEntacapone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Coadministration of Entacapone with Lizoforce IV Injection might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entacapone with Lizoforce IV Injection is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidCyproheptadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Using Lizoforce IV Injection together with cyproheptadine may increase side effects of Cyproheptadine.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Lizoforce IV Injection is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. Contact a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, confusion, disorientation, and memory problems. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LinezolidSafinamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Taking Safinamide with Lizoforce IV Injection can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Safinamide with Lizoforce IV Injection is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, shaking, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidTapentadol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Using Tapentadol together with Lizoforce IV Injection might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tapentadol with Lizoforce IV Injection is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. If you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LinezolidModafinil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Coadministration of Lizoforce IV Injection with Modafinil can increase the levels of Modafinil and increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Modafinil with Lizoforce IV Injection can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, excessive sweating, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidBuspirone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Combining Lizoforce IV Injection with Buspirone can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Buspirone with Lizoforce IV Injection is not recommended, as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice
LinezolidFentanyl
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Taking Lizoforce IV Injection with Fentanyl may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Lizoforce IV Injection and Fentanyl, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, fever, excessive sweating, muscle pain, stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LinezolidCarbamazepine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
Using Carbamazepine with Lizoforce IV Injection can cause serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Carbamazepine and Lizoforce IV Injection together is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidClomipramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection:
When Clomipramine is taken with Lizoforce IV Injection, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Clomipramine and Lizoforce IV Injection, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea-contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can kill the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Lizoforce IV Injection works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Thus, it treats the infection.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Lizoforce IV Injection. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain while on treatment with Lizoforce IV Injection, inform your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Lizoforce IV Injection may cause oral or vaginal thrush or candidiasis, which is a fungal infection occurring due to the overgrowth of yeast-like fungus in the mouth/throat or vagina. Consult your doctor if the condition persists or worsens.

Lizoforce IV Injection may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests, blood sugar tests, and liver and kidney function tests. Inform the lab technician that you are on treatment with Lizoforce IV Injection.

Lizoforce IV Injection may cause anaemia due to a decrease in the number of red blood cells. This could also cause unexplained bleeding or bruising. Consult your doctor if you experience unexplained bleeding or bruising.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
  • SALBUTAMOL
  • TERBUTALINE
  • FENOTEROL
  • PHENELZINE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • SELEGILINE
  • MOCLOBEMIDE
  • SUMATRIPTAN
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • EPINEPHRINE
  • NOREPINEPHRINE
  • PETHIDINE
  • BUSPIRONE
  • WARFARIN
  • RIFAMPICIN

Special Advise

 

  • Lizoforce IV Injection may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests, blood sugar tests, and liver and kidney function tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Lizoforce IV Injection. 
  • If you develop a throbbing headache after eating or drinking, inform your doctor immediately.

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can reproduce quickly in your body and make you sick. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage your body tissues. Symptoms include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines are more prone to bacterial infections.

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