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Linezolid – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: LIZOFORCE
Strength: 100 mg/5ml | Form: Powder For Oral Suspension
Price in UAE: AED 111.65
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Linezolid

Class: | Oxazolidinone antibiotic Use: | Treatment of infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria, including pneumonia, skin and soft tissue infections, and infections caused by multi-drug resistant organisms such as vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) Adult dose: | 600 mg orally every 12 hours for 10 to 14 days, depending on the type and severity of the infection Pediatric dose: | 10 mg/kg orally every 8 to 12 hours for children ≥ 12 years; for children < 12 years, dosing should be ba

Drug Class

Oxazolidinone antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria, including pneumonia, skin and soft tissue infections, and infections caused by multi-drug resistant organisms such as vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE)

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture; reconstituted suspension should be refrigerated and used within 21 days

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Mankind Pharma Limited, India

Package Size

Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 111.65

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

600 mg orally every 12 hours for 10 to 14 days, depending on the type and severity of the infection

Pediatric Dose

10 mg/kg orally every 8 to 12 hours for children ≥ 12 years; for children < 12 years, dosing should be based on weight and clinical judgment

Side Effects

Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, insomnia, and myelosuppression (e.g., thrombocytopenia, anemia)

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to linezolid or any component of the formulation; concurrent use with or within 2 weeks of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

Important Warnings

Risk of serotonin syndrome when used with serotonergic drugs; monitor for signs of myelosuppression; caution in patients with a history of hypertension or those taking adrenergic agents

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Linezolid available in UAE pharmacies:

BACTOLID 600 mg Tablets LINEZOLID DENK 2 mg/ml Solution For Infusion LINOR 600 mg Tablets LINOR 2mg/ml 2 mg/ml Solution For Infusion LINOZID 600 mg Tablets LINXOLE 600 mg Tablets LINZOCON 600 mg Tablets LIZOFORCE 100 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension Lindec 600 mg 600 mg Tablets Linezan 2 mg/ml Solution For Infusion

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See also: Other Oxazolidinone antibiotic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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