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Linzo Ven 600mg 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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About Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet
Linzo Ven 600mg 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. Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet. Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet passes into breastmilk, so do not take Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems; therefore, exercise caution when driving and operating machinery. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet, as it may cause increased dizziness.
Uses of Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet
Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria. The detailed uses of Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet are as follows:<br/> • Pneumonia (Lung Infection): Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet is effective in treating both community-acquired and hospital-acquired pneumonia caused by susceptible bacteria.<br/> • Skin and Skin Structure Infections: Linzo Ven 600mg 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).<br/> • Antibiotic-Resistant Infections: Linzo Ven 600mg 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).<br/>
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Medicinal Benefits
Linzo Ven 600mg 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). Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet contains Linezolid, which works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Thus, it helps treat the bacterial infection.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet. Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet passes into breastmilk, so do not take Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems; therefore, exercise caution when driving and operating machinery. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet, as it may cause increased dizziness.
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Alcohol
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Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet, as it may cause increased dizziness.
Pregnancy
Caution
Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. If you are pregnant, please consult your doctor before using Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the potential benefits justify the possible risks.
Breast Feeding
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Avoid taking Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding, as it may pass into breast milk and cause harmful effects in the baby.
Driving
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Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems. So, drive only if you are alert.
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.
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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Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.
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Linzo Ven 600mg 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.
Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
It is recommended to complete the course of Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance, in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg Tablet.
Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg 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.
Linzo Ven 600mg 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.
Linzo Ven 600mg 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.
Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg 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. Linzo Ven 600mg 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 Linzo Ven 600mg 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.
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