Lizofix Infusion
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Intra Life |
Active Ingredient | Linezolid (600mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Oxazolidinone derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
Action Class | Oxazolidinone |
User Rating | 4.7 |
User Reviews | 467 |
FAQ
Lizofix Infusion Reviews
Lizofix is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
This medicine's most common side effects include vomiting, headache, nausea, decreased blood cell counts, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
How Lizofix Infusion Works
How to Use Lizofix Infusion
Benefits of Lizofix Infusion
- In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections: Lizofix works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Uses of Lizofix Infusion
- Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Lizofix Infusion Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if you develop fever, shortness of breath, or any changes in your vision.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Lizofix treats serious infections caused by certain types of bacteria.
- Avoid taking excessive cheese, processed meats, alcohol, or soy sauce while taking this medication as these may cause an excessive rise in your blood pressure.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
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