Linezolid
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Indications
- Pneumonia (when other antibacterials e.g. a glycopetide, such as vancomycin, cannot be used) (initiated under specialist supervision), Complicated skin and soft-tissue infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria, when other antibacterials cannot be used (initiated under specialist supervision)
- Cellulitis (specialist use only), Erysipelas (specialist use only)
- Moderate diabetic foot infection (specialist use only), Severe diabetic foot infection (specialist use only), Leg ulcer infection (specialist use only)
Drug Interactions
20 drug interactions identified for Linezolid. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
Acute confusional states; bipolar depression; carcinoid tumour; elderly (increased risk of blood disorders); history of seizures; phaeochromocytoma; schizophrenia; thyrotoxicosis; uncontrolled hyperte
Side Effects
Common or very common Anaemia; constipation; diarrhoea; dizziness; gastrointestinal discomfort; headache; hypertension; increased risk of infection; i...
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