NXZOLID -IV

Linezolid 200Mg Infusion: Linezolid is employed in the treatment of bacterial skin and lung infections (pneumonia). It is also employed in treating infections resistant to other antibiotics, i.e., vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections. Bacterial infections are the result of the proliferation of harmful bacteria within or on the body. Linezolid is not effective against infections due to the virus, i.e., cold and flu.

Linezolid is a drug that has Linezolid as its active ingredient, which acts by inhibiting the synthesis of proteins required for the growth and proliferation of bacteria, eventually killing the bacteria. It therefore treats the infection caused by the bacteria. In most instances, you will get some minor side effects, including thrush (a fungal infection), headache, metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, and indigestion. All of these side effects require medical intervention and will gradually disappear with time.

Medical Benefits:

• Linezolid is an antibiotic drug that belongs to the oxazolidinone class, used to provide treatment for skin and lung bacterial infections.
• Linezolid is also used to treat vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections, diabetic foot infections, intra-abdominal infections, urinary tract infections, and accompanying bacteremia.
• Linezolid inhibits the growth of bacteria that cause infection. It thereby cures the bacterial infection.

Uses:

• Linezolid effectively treats community-acquired and hospital-acquired pneumonia due to susceptible bacteria.
• Linezolid is indicated for the treatment of mild to severe skin and underlying tissue bacterial infections. It is also used to treat diabetic foot infections without concomitant bone infection.
• Linezolid is used for Enterococcus faecium bacterially caused infections resistant to vancomycin, such as intra-abdominal infections, soft tissue and skin infections, urinary tract infections, and simultaneous bacterial infections.

Directions To Use:

• Do not self-administer.
• Pinch the skin firmly between your thumb and index finger and quickly.
• Put the needle straight into the muscle.
• Draw back the plunger; if blood appears in the syringe, withdraw the needle from the skin.
• Replace the needle with a new one of the same caliber.
• You may use the drug that is already in the syringe.
• Administer the drug slowly.

Dosage:

Give this injection in the correct dose as advised by your doctor. Never give a higher mg of this medication.

Storage:

• Store this medication in a cool and dry place.
• Do not expose this infusion to sunlight.
• Do not leave this infusion in reach of children and animals.

Side Effects:

• Thrush 
• Headache
• Metallic taste
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Indigestion

Precautions:

• Linezolid is used to treat life-threatening infections caused by certain bacteria.
• Take it with food to prevent stomach upset.
• Do not miss any doses and complete the full treatment even if you start feeling better. Stopping the drug early can result in the infection coming back and being more difficult to treat.
• Diarrhea is likely to be a side effect, but it should resolve once your course is finished. Let your doctor know if it does not resolve or if you notice blood in the stools.
• Steer clear of consuming large amounts of cheese, processed foods, alcohol, or soy sauce when using this medication, as these are likely to result in an excessive elevation of your blood pressure.
• Notify your physician if you experience fever, breathing difficulties, or a change in your vision.
• Do not use it for longer than 14 days without consulting your physician.