Description
Composition Linezolid (600mg)
Primary Use Serious bacterial infections
Medicine Overview of Linospan Infusion
Uses of Linospan Infusion
Linospan 600mg Infusion is used in the treatment of serious bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of lungs (Pneumonia), and some infections in or under the skin.
Linospan Infusion side effects
Common
Diarrhoea, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting.
How to use Linospan Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Linospan Infusion works
Linospan 600mg Infusion is an antibiotic. It stops the bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, which are required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
In Depth Information on Linospan Infusion
Expert advice for Linospan Infusion
- Your doctor has prescribed Linospan to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- It is better to take with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Notify your doctor if you’re taking depression medications before you start taking Linospan.
- Avoid high amounts of cheese, alcohol, or soy sauce when taking Linospan because it can raise your blood pressure to a dangerous level.
Linospan Infusion related warnings
Special precautions for Linospan Infusion
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Linospan 600mg Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Linospan 600mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
Linospan 600mg Infusion may make you feel dizzy, drowsy or affect your vision. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
SAFE
Linospan 600mg Infusion is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Linospan 600mg Infusion is recommended. However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
Linospan 600mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Linospan 600mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Linospan 600mg Infusion in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
