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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Lizotral Tablet is an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial infections of the skin and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to treat infections that are resistant to other antibiotics, such as vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections. It contains Linezolid, which works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Thus, it helps treat the bacterial infection. In some cases, you may experience common side effects, such as thrush (a fungal infection), headache, a metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, and indigestion. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

LINEZOLID-600MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Biostige Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Lizotral Tablet

Lizotral Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to treat infections that are resistant to other antibiotics, such as vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections. Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Lizotral Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Lizotral Tablet contains Linezolid, which works by inhibiting the bacteria's ability to produce proteins necessary for their growth and multiplication, ultimately killing the bacteria. Thus, it helps treat the bacterial infection.

In some cases, you may experience common side effects, such as thrush (a fungal infection), headache, a metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, and indigestion. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Lizotral Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance, in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before taking Lizotral Tablet . Lizotral Tablet passes into breastmilk, so do not take Lizotral Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Lizotral Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems; therefore, exercise caution when driving and operating machinery. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Lizotral Tablet , as it may cause increased dizziness.

Uses of Lizotral Tablet

Lizotral Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria. The detailed uses of Lizotral Tablet are as follows:

  • Pneumonia (Lung Infection): Lizotral Tablet is effective in treating both community-acquired and hospital-acquired pneumonia caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Skin and Skin Structure Infections: Lizotral Tablet is used to treat mild to severe bacterial infections of the skin and its underlying tissues. It is also indicated for the treatment of diabetic foot infections, without associated bone infections (osteomyelitis).
  • Antibiotic-Resistant Infections: Lizotral Tablet is indicated for infections caused by the bacteria Enterococcus faecium that are resistant to vancomycin, including intra-abdominal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and concurrent bacteremia (presence of bacteria in the bloodstream).

Directions for Use

  • Lizotral Tablet can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor.
  • Your doctor will decide the appropriate dosage and timing based on your medical condition.
  • Swallow Lizotral Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush or chew this medication.

Medicinal Benefits

Lizotral Tablet belongs to the class of antibiotics called oxazolidinones, used to treat bacterial infections of the skin and lungs (pneumonia). It is also effective in treating vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections, diabetic foot infections, intra-abdominal infections, urinary tract infections, and concurrent bacteremia (presence of bacteria in the bloodstream). Lizotral Tablet contains Linezolid, which works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Thus, it helps treat the bacterial infection.

How Lizotral Tablet Works

Lizotral Tablet contains Linezolid (an antibiotic), which works by stopping the bacteria from making proteins necessary for their growth and multiplication, ultimately killing the bacteria. Thus, it helps treat the bacterial infection.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of 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 Lizotral Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lizotral Tablet , as it may cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Lizotral Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors in the last 14 days. Talk to your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an 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 bruise or bleed easily, have anaemia (low red blood cells), are prone to infections, have a history of seizures, are on dialysis, have diarrhoea, or kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience a throbbing headache after eating or drinking, vision problems, loss of sensation or tingling and prickling sensations in your arms and legs, persistent diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or rapid breathing. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking Lizotral Tablet . Lizotral Tablet passes into breastmilk, so do not take Lizotral Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Lizotral Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems; therefore, exercise caution when driving and operating machinery. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Lizotral Tablet , as it may cause increased dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Lizotral Tablet:
When Oxcarbazepine is taken with Lizotral Tablet, 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 Lizotral Tablet 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 Lizotral Tablet:
Coadministration of Lizotral Tablet with Imipramine might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizotral Tablet and Imipramine together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, hallucinations, seizures, 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 Lizotral Tablet:
Using Lizotral Tablet with Trazodone 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 Trazodone with Lizotral Tablet is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lizotral Tablet:
Coadministration of Nortriptyline with Lizotral Tablet 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 Lizotral Tablet 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 Lizotral Tablet:
Taking Lizotral Tablet with Amitriptyline can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (increased serotonin hormone).

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Lizotral Tablet and Amitriptyline together may cause an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Inform a doctor if you have recently taken amitriptyline. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lizotral Tablet:
Using Carbamazepine with Lizotral Tablet can cause serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Carbamazepine and Lizotral Tablet together is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lizotral Tablet:
Using Lizotral Tablet together with atomoxetine can cause high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizotral Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Lizotral Tablet:
Taking Lizotral Tablet with Epinephrine can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizotral Tablet with Epinephrine is not recommended as it can result in an interaction. It should be taken only if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, 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 Lizotral Tablet:
Coadministration of Lizotral Tablet with Modafinil can increase the levels of Modafinil and increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Modafinil with Lizotral Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, excessive sweating, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lizotral Tablet:
Co-administration of Lizotral Tablet 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 Lizotral Tablet 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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LINEZOLID-600MGTyramine-containing food
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Common Foods to Avoid:
Pepperoni, Miso Soup, Natto, Ricotta, Salami, Shoyu, Shrimp, Stilton Cheese, Swiss Cheese, Tamari, Tempeh, Fish, Farm Cheese, Fava Beans, Fermented Seafood, Fermented Tofu, Gorgonzola Cheese, Chicken Liver, Chocolates, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Dried Sausage, Dry-Type Summer Sausages, Cheddar Cheese, Cashews, Camembert, Beef Liver, American Cheese, Almonds, Avocado

How to manage the interaction:
Taking high tyramine-containing food along with Lizotral Tablet can cause blood pressure to rise to exceedingly high levels, a condition known as a hypertensive crisis (Severely elevated blood pressure). Avoid high tyramine-containing food while taking Lizotral Tablet. Consult a doctor, if you experience severe headache, confusion, blurred vision, problems with speech or balance, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, convulsions, and sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body).

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yogurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto, and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consuming tyramine-rich food or drinks, such as meat, cheese, fish, red wine, beer, certain beans, and fermented yeast products.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Lizotral Tablet , as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Lizotral Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. If you are pregnant, please consult your doctor before using Lizotral Tablet . Your doctor will prescribe it only if the potential benefits justify the possible risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid taking Lizotral Tablet if you are breastfeeding, as it may pass into breast milk and cause harmful effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Lizotral Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems. So, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be necessary if you have liver impairment or disease. Please consult your doctor to discuss any concerns or to ensure safe and appropriate use.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be necessary if you have kidney impairment or disease. Please consult your doctor to discuss any concerns or to ensure safe and appropriate use.

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Children

Unsafe

Lizotral Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.

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FAQs

Lizotral Tablet is an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial infections of the skin and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to treat infections that are resistant to other antibiotics, such as vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections.

Lizotral Tablet contains Linezolid (an antibiotic), which works by stopping the bacteria from making proteins necessary for their growth and multiplication, ultimately killing the bacteria. Thus, it helps treat the bacterial infection.

Diarrhoea might be a side effect of Lizotral Tablet . 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, stop taking Lizotral Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It is recommended to complete the course of Lizotral Tablet even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Lizotral Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Lizotral Tablet may cause thrush or candidiasis, which is a fungal infection occurring due to the overgrowth of yeast-like fungus in the mouth or throat. Regularly rinse your mouth with water to prevent the growth of fungus.

Do not take Lizotral Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance, in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Lizotral Tablet may affect certain laboratory test results, such as blood tests, blood sugar tests, liver and kidney function tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Lizotral Tablet .

Lizotral Tablet 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.

Consult your doctor before taking Lizotral Tablet if you have hypertension (high blood pressure), as it may cause an increase in blood pressure.

You should avoid taking large quantities of food that contains high tyramine. Foods that are fermented, cured, aged or spoiled contain a high amount of tyramine, e.g. cheese, red wine, pickles, overripe fruits etc. Consuming tyramine while taking Linezolid can result in an elevation of blood pressure, which may result in an emergency.

You should take it twice a day, every 12 hours, for example, at 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. You can take it before, with, or after food. Your doctor or clinician will determine the duration of the treatment course.

Some foods containing tyramine can increase your blood pressure when taking this medicine. You should avoid the following types of foods include Mature or aged cheese, aged, smoked, pickled, or cured meats/fish/poultry such as salami, liver, pickled herring, chocolate (more than 50gm), avocados or any over-ripe fruit, broad beans, sauerkraut, sourdough bread, protein diet supplement etc.

Lizotral Tablet may cause diarrhoea, which can be severe in some cases. It may occur two months or more after you stop taking it. Do not take any medicine to treat diarrhoea without first checking with your doctor. If you have any questions, check with your doctor.

Lizotral Tablet is indicated for the treatment of gram-positive infections and is approved for treating skin and skin structure infections, bacterial pneumonia, and vancomycin-resistant enterococcal (VRE) infections, including those complicated by bacteremia.

Lizotral Tablet disrupts bacterial growth by inhibiting the initiation process of protein synthesis.

It is usually taken with or without food or as directed by the doctor.

Common side effects of Lizotral Tablet may include thrush (fungal infection), headache, metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, and indigestion. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Please consult your doctor. Lizotral Tablet should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if needed, and the benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus.

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Lizotral Tablet , as it may cause increased dizziness.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for your next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

J/13 South Canal Road Basundhara Kolkata Kolkata Wb 700105 In.
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