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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Composition :

LINEZOLID-600MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

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Not Returnable

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About LNZ 600 mg Infusion

LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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. LNZ 600 mg Infusion does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

LNZ 600 mg Infusion contains Linezolid. It treats infection by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. 

LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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. LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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 LNZ 600 mg Infusion as it may cause increased dizziness. LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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 LNZ 600 mg Infusion

Bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

LNZ 600 mg Infusion will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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. LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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 LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
  • Eat fiber-rich foods like broccoli, cauliflower, leafy greens, and Brussels sprouts.
  • Limit sugar and refined carbs like avoid sugary drinks, white bread, and processed foods.
  • Choose lean protein sources like chicken, fish, and tofu.
  • Choose low-sugar fruits like berries, citrus fruits, and apples in moderation.
  • Maintain good hygiene and keep affected areas clean and dry.
  • Wear breathable clothing to reduce moisture.
  • Consider natural antifungal agents like coconut oil, tea tree oil, and garlic (consult a healthcare professional before use).

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know before receiving LNZ 600 mg Infusion if you are allergic to any of its contents; LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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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How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
When Clomipramine is taken with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml, 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 LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml, 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.
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
Taking LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml 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 LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml 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.
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
Taking LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml and Mephentermine together may cause high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mephentermine with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
Taking LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml with Methylphenidate together may increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml with Methylphenidate is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden and severe headaches, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting, contact a doctor immediately. You may use methylphenidate only after you have been off LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml for at least 14 days. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
Combining LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml with Buspirone can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Buspirone with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml 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
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
When Oxcarbazepine is taken with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml, it can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition when your body has too much of a chemical called serotonin), further leading to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxcarbazepine with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml is not recommended, as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination (seeing or hearing things that do not exist), 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 diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
Coadministration of LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml and Tetrabenazine can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml and Tetrabenazine together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
Using phenylephrine together with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml can increase your blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pheniramine with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
Taking Duloxetine with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Duloxetine with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml is not recommended, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml:
When LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml is taken with Sertraline, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
taking LNZ 600 mg Infusion 300 ml and Sertraline is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like confusion, hallucination, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea-contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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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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FAQs

LNZ 600 mg Infusion works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Thus, it treats the infection.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of LNZ 600 mg Infusion . 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 LNZ 600 mg Infusion , inform your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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.

LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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 LNZ 600 mg Infusion .

LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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

 

  • LNZ 600 mg Infusion 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 LNZ 600 mg Infusion . 
  • 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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