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Generic: linezolid
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An antibiotic - It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections
               



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What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

  • diet pills, stimulants or amphetamine- like drugs
  • medicines for allergies or colds like phenylpropanolamine, pseudoephedrine
  • medicines for blood pressure
  • medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
  • St. John's wort

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not begin to improve or if you get new symptoms.

You will need to be on a special diet while taking this medicine. Ask your doctor or health care professional for a list of foods that you should try to avoid. This includes, but is not limited to, smoked or processed meats, aged cheeses, soy sauce, red wines and beer.

Do not treat diarrhea with over- the- counter products. Contact your doctor if you have diarrhea that lasts more than 2 days or if the diarrhea is severe and watery.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
  • breathing problems
  • burning, numbness, or tingling
  • changes in vision
  • confused, restless
  • discolored, sore mouth
  • fever
  • irregular heart beat, blood pressure
  • seizures
  • tremor, trouble walking
  • unusual bleeding or bruising
  • unusually weak or tired

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • changes in taste
  • constipation or diarrhea
  • dizzy
  • headache
  • nausea, vomiting
  • stomach upset
  • trouble sleeping
  • vaginal itch, irritation

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.

               
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