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Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's is an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial infections of the skin and soft tissues, lungs (pneumonia) and bloodstream infections. It is also used to treat infections that are resistant to other antibiotics, such as vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections.

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

LINEZOLID-600MG

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), skin and soft tissues. 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.

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's contains Linezolid, which inhibits bacterial protein synthesis, thereby killing the bacteria.

You may experience common side effects, such as headache, a metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, and indigestion. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's on your own, as it 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's.

Uses of Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's is used in the treatment of bacterial infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria. The detailed uses of Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's are as follows:

  • Pneumonia (Lung Infection): Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's is effective in treating both community-acquired and hospital-acquired pneumonia caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Skin and Skin Structure Infections: Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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: Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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).

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Directions for Use

  • Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush or chew this medication.

Key Benefits

For Pneumonia:

  • Cures pneumonia brought on by resistant gram-positive bacteria.
  • Beneficial for ventilator-associated pneumonia and pneumonia acquired in hospitals.
  • Relieves the symptoms of infection, breathing and fever when other antibiotics are ineffective.
  • Ideal for people who don't react to or can't handle other antibiotics.

For soft skin structures:

  • Beneficial for complex soft tissue and skin infections, such as cellulitis, abscesses, and wound infections.
  • Ensures efficient infection control by having good penetration into soft tissues and skin.
  • Aids in lowering infection-related discomfort, redness, swelling, and pus production.

For Vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections

  • Beneficial for severe infections include bloodstream infections, intra-abdominal infections, and complex Vancomycin-resistant enterococcal infections.
  • When other antibiotics are ineffective or poorly tolerated, it helps patients achieve better clinical results.

How Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's Works

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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

What if I have taken an overdose of Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's, as it may cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase (MAO-antidepressants) 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.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's.
  • Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's passes into breastmilk, so do not take Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's if you are breastfeeding.
  • Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's may cause dizziness and vision problems; therefore, exercise caution when driving and operating machinery.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet and Mephentermine together may cause high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mephentermine with Lezold 600 mg Tablet is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg 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.
How does the drug interact with Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Using Tapentadol together with Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg 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.
How does the drug interact with Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Using Carbamazepine with Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet with Methylphenidate together may increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet for at least 14 days. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Nortriptyline with Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
When Oxcarbazepine is taken with Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Lezold 600 mg Tablet with Tramadol can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome and seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet 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.
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How does the drug interact with Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Taking these two together can cause your blood pressure to rise, a condition known as a hypertensive crisis.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Caffeine with Lezold 600 mg Tablet is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. It can be taken if your doctor prescribes it. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lezold 600 mg Tablet:
Combining Lezold 600 mg Tablet with Buspirone can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Buspirone with Lezold 600 mg 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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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 Lezold 600 mg 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 Lezold 600 mg 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

Eating changes:

  • Avoid foods like salami, smoked meats, red wine, beer, pickles, soy sauce, aged cheeses, and fermented foods.
  • Consume foods that are newly cooked rather than ones that are aged or preserved.
  • Eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats to stay balanced.

Physical activity:

  • As tolerated, engage in mild-to-moderate exercise, such as walking or gentle stretching.
  • Ensure adequate sleep to support the healing process after an infection.

Environment changes:

  • To reduce the risk of developing or worsening infections, stay in a clean, well-ventilated environment.
  • Avoid dusty or congested areas, particularly during treatment for severe diseases.
  • Keep your house and workplace clean and practice good hand hygiene.

Stress management:

  • To manage stress and blood pressure, engage in mindfulness, meditation, or deep breathing exercises.
  • To lessen mental stress, get emotional support from friends or family.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS]

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Alcohol

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Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's, as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's belongs to pregnancy category C. If you are pregnant, please consult your doctor before using Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the potential benefits justify the possible risks.

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Breast Feeding

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Avoid taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's if you are breastfeeding, as it may pass into breast milk and cause harmful effects in the baby.

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Driving

Caution

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.

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Heart

Caution

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's can be used in heart patients if prescribed by the physician. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor before giving Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's if the benefits outweigh the risks.

FAQs

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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.

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's. 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It is recommended to complete the course of Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even more severe infection. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance, in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's may affect certain laboratory test results, such as blood tests, blood sugar tests, and liver and kidney function tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's.

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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 Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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.

Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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.

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

Common side effects of Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's 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. Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if needed, and the benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus.

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Lezold 600 mg Tablet 6's, 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

Jyotsna Vihar, 1162/2268, Near Sky Automobiles, Bhanpur, Cuttack-753011, Odisha, India
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