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Lizolid Plus Tablet

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Introduction of Lizolid Plus Tablet

Lizolid Plus Tablet is a combination medicine. It is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.

Lizolid Plus Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Lizolid Plus Tablet1 and Lizolid Plus Tablet2.

Uses of Lizolid Plus Tablet

Benefits of Lizolid Plus Tablet

In Bacterial infections

Lizolid Plus Tablet is a medicine that helps to kill the bacteria that cause different infections and treats your infection. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, 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.

Side effects of Lizolid Plus Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lizolid Plus

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Stomach pain
  • Flatulence
  • Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
  • Indigestion

How to use Lizolid Plus Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lizolid Plus Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Lizolid Plus Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lizolid Plus Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lizolid Plus Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lizolid Plus Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lizolid Plus Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lizolid Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lizolid Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lizolid Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lizolid Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Lizolid Plus Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Lizolid Plus Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Avoid eating cheese, processed meats, alcohol, or soy sauce as these may raise your blood pressure.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop using Lizolid Plus Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you have a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face, or difficulty in breathing.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

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FAQs

Lizolid Plus Tablet

What is Lizolid Plus Tablet used for?

Lizolid Plus Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. Cefixime treats infections of the urinary tract, skin, soft-tissue, ear, abdomen, genitals and lungs (pneumonia and bronchitis). Linezolid is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of lungs (pneumonia), and some infections in or under the skin.

Can the use of Lizolid Plus Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Lizolid Plus Tablet can cause diarrhea. Antibiotics can kill the good and helpful bacteria present in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting a doctor.

Is the use of Lizolid Plus Tablet helpful in the treatment of bronchitis?

Yes, Lizolid Plus Tablet is helpful in the treatment of bronchitis.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Lizolid Plus Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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    References

    1. Cefixime. Guildford, Surrey: SANOFI; 2009 [revised 28 Jun. 2018]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
    2. Cefixime. Mandideep, India: Lupin Limited; 1986 [revised May 2012]. [Accessed 07 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
    3. Linezolid. Pfizer; 2000. [Accessed 30 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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