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Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is used to treat bacterial infections in children. It contains Linezolid, a drug belonging to the oxazolidinones class. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. Common side effects of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup include indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, metallic taste, vomiting, headache, and stomach pain.

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Composition :

LINEZOLID-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Aster Formulations Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Linocept 100 Dry Syrup

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is used to treat bacterial infections in children. It is used in treating skin, throat, ear, bones, urinary tract infections, and lung infections caused by bacteria. A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter and grow in the body. This bacteria can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. This medicine is also used in the treatment of resistant tubercular infections. Linocept 100 Dry Syrup effectively treats infections caused by bacteria only and does not treat viral infections like flu or a common cold.

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup contains Linezolid belonging to the oxazolidinones class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup may cause certain side effects, such as indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, metallic taste, vomiting, headache, and stomach pain. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your paediatrician. Linocept 100 Dry Syrup should be given to your child as advised by your doctor. Do not give the child more than the prescribed dose of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup. Generally, the dose of the medicine will be decided by your paediatrician depending upon the type and severity of the infection.

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving Linocept 100 Dry Syrup to your child if she/he is allergic to antibiotics. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition, medications, and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform your child’s doctor if your child has liver or kidney disease.

Uses of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is used to effectively treat various bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup are as follows:<br/>• Treats pneumonia: Linocept 100 Dry Syrup helps clear bacterial infections in the lungs, improving breathing and reducing fever and cough.<br/>• Manages skin and soft tissue infections: Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, reducing redness, swelling, and pain.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Linocept 100 Dry Syrup can be administered with or without food as advised by the doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.• Check the label for directions before use. Shake the bottle well to loosen the powder and add water provided with this pack up to the mark on the bottle and shake well. Administer the prescribed dose using a measuring cup.• Use the reconstituted solution within the specified period on the label.

Medicinal Benefits

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup contains linezolid. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against gram-positive bacteria. Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections in children. Linocept 100 Dry Syrup works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

How Linocept 100 Dry Syrup Works

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup contains Linezolid belonging to the oxazolidinones class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Linocept 100 Dry Syrup out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause serious side effects or poisoning. If you suspect that you may have overdosed of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup or observe any side effects, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. No specific side effects have been reported under these circumstances.

Drug Warnings

Avoid giving Linocept 100 Dry Syrup to your child if she/he is allergic to it. Keep your paediatrician informed about your child’s health condition including their previous medications and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform the paediatrician about all the OTC medicines including other vitamin supplements that your child is taking. It is advised not to give more than the prescribed dose of medicine. Also, inform your doctor if your child has liver or kidney-related issues before administration. Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is intended for use in children. Hence, pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers should avoid taking this solution.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
When Clomipramine is taken with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 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 Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 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 Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Taking Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml with Fluvoxamine 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 Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml with Fluvoxamine is not recommended but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination (seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor (shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Co-administration of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml with Vortioxetine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml with Vortioxetine 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, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Taking Duloxetine with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 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 Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 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 Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Combining Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml with Buspirone can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Buspirone with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 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 Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Taking Safinamide with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 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:
Taking Safinamide with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml 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.
How does the drug interact with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Coadministration of Nortriptyline with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nortriptyline with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml together 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.
How does the drug interact with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
When Oxcarbazepine is taken with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 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 Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 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 Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Co-administration of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml with Tramadol can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome and seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml with Tramadol is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. Consult a doctor 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, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Using Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml together with atomoxetine can cause high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linocept 100 Dry Syrup 30 ml with Atomoxetine is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience sudden and 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/or fainting. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

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

  • Include more fiber-enriched food in your child’s diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth.
  • Fiber foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • Avoid giving too much calcium, or iron-enriched foods, as it might affect the working of Linocept 100 Dry Syrup. 
  • Make your child drink more fluids to avoid dehydration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Caution

If your child has liver disease, inform your doctor before using Linocept 100 Dry Syrup.

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Kidney

Caution

If your child has kidney disease, inform your doctor before using Linocept 100 Dry Syrup.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is safe for children if prescribed by the doctor. Your paediatrician will decide the dose of the medicine. Do not give more than the recommended dose to your child.

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FAQs

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is used to treat bacterial infections in children. It is used in treating skin, throat, ear, bones, urinary tract infections, and lung infections caused by bacteria.

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections.

No, Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is not used to treat viral infections. Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.

Linocept 100 Dry Syrup can cause diarrhea in children. Linocept 100 Dry Syrup is an antibiotic that kills toxic bacteria, but it can also affect the useful bacteria in your intestine or stomach and lead to diarrhea. If your child has diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrheal medicine unless your paediatrician tells you to.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

301 (A) KHARVEL NAGAR BHUBANESWAR Khordha OR 751001 IN
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