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

Lizolid 600 Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), and skin. It is also used to treat infections which are resistant to other antibiotics. It contains Linezolid, which works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Thus, it treats the infection. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as thrush (fungal infection), headache, metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, and indigestion. Before taking this medicine, you should tell 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 pre-existing medical conditions.

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LinezolidTetrabenazine
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LinezolidNortriptyline
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LinezolidTetrabenazine
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How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Coadministration of Lizolid 600 Tablet and Tetrabenazine can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizolid 600 Tablet and Tetrabenazine together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like 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 fainting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidNortriptyline
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How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Coadministration of Nortriptyline with Lizolid 600 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 Lizolid 600 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.
LinezolidTapentadol
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How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Using Tapentadol together with Lizolid 600 Tablet might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tapentadol with Lizolid 600 Tablet is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. If you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LinezolidEntacapone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Coadministration of Entacapone with Lizolid 600 Tablet might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entacapone with Lizolid 600 Tablet is not recommended as it 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.
LinezolidImipramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Coadministration of Lizolid 600 Tablet with Imipramine might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizolid 600 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.
LinezolidMirtazapine
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How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Using Lizolid 600 Tablet together with mirtazapine might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizolid 600 Tablet with Mirtazapine 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, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidAtomoxetine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Using Lizolid 600 Tablet together with atomoxetine can cause high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizolid 600 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.
LinezolidMethylphenidate
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How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Taking Lizolid 600 Tablet with Methylphenidate together may increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizolid 600 Tablet with Methylphenidate is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden and severe headaches, 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, contact a doctor immediately. You may use methylphenidate only after you have been off Lizolid 600 Tablet for at least 14 days. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidVilazodone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
When Vilazodone is taken with Lizolid 600 Tablet, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilazodone with Lizolid 600 Tablet together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidBuspirone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizolid 600 Tablet:
Combining Lizolid 600 Tablet with Buspirone can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Buspirone with Lizolid 600 Tablet 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

Drug-Food Interactions

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LINEZOLID-600MGTyramine-containing food
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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 Lizolid 600 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 Lizolid 600 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).

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