Linzoric
Linzoric Products are primarily used for
Severe bacterial infections
About Linzoric Products
Uses of Linzoric Products
Linezolid is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of lungs (Pneumonia), skin & soft tissues.
Linzoric Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Linzoric are Headache, Nausea, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Gastrointestinal disturbance, Increased liver enzymes, Rash, Candidiasis.
How Linzoric Products work
Linezolid is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Patient Concerns about Linzoric Products
Frequently asked questions about Linzoric Products
Frequently asked questions about Linezolid
Q. What if I give an excess of Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup by mistake?
Overdose may cause unwanted side effects such as low blood count, nerve damage, or loss of vision. It may even cause a life-threatening complication called lactic acidosis which shows symptoms of abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and generalized weakness. Rush to your child’s doctor on an immediate basis if you notice any of these symptoms.
Q. My child is suffering from depression and is on antidepressant therapy. Is it safe to give Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup along with these medicines?
No, it is not safe as it can lead to life-threatening syndrome known as serotonin syndrome which can be manifested as hypertension, increased heart rate, shaking of the body, seizures, and increased body temperature. Call your child’s doctor right away if these symptoms appear.
Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup for the prescribed duration?
Ineffective treatment with Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may change the medicine and prescribe an antibiotic which has a stronger impact on the infection-causing bacteria. Since some of these antibiotics are given as intravenous injections, you may have to visit the doctor to give this medicine to your child.
Q. Can Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup be given for a long duration?
Prolonged use of Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup may result in fungal or bacterial superinfection, including serious gastrointestinal infections due to inhibition of good bacteria of the gut. You must reach out to the doctor soon.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup?
Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. What lab tests that are required for monitoring while my child is taking Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup?
For children receiving Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup for a longer duration, the doctor may ask for complete blood count, basic metabolic panel, liver function test, and routine eye and nerve function assessments.
Q. In which disease conditions should I avoid giving Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup to my child?
Avoid giving Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup if your child is suffering from conditions like diabetes mellitus (risk of low glucose), hypertension, hyperthyroidism, and seizure disorder. To ensure that this medicine is not given in such conditions, tell your child’s complete medical history to the doctor before giving Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup to your child.
Q. What food items should my child avoid while taking Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup?
Avoid giving tyramine-containing foods like old cheese, red meat, fava or broad bean pods, soy sauce, and other soybean condiments while your child is taking Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup. Always recheck the freshness of food before giving it to your child as it is an important concern.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup?
It is advised not to get your child vaccinated while they are on treatment with Linzoric 100mg Dry Syrup. Let your child recover from the ongoing illness and finish the course of the medicine As soon as a child is feeling better, even if he or she is on antibiotics, the vaccine can and should be given.