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Nirzolid is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Nirzolid have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Nirzolid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Nirzolid have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Nirzolid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Nirzolid's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Nirzolid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nirzolid related warnings section.
Nirzolid is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nirzolid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Nirzolid with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nirzolid is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Nirzolid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Nirzolid safe for pregnant women?
Nirzolid can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nirzolid, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nirzolid safe during breastfeeding?
Nirzolid should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Nirzolid on the Kidneys?
Nirzolid rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nirzolid on the Liver?
Nirzolid is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Nirzolid on the Heart?
Nirzolid is completely safe for the heart.
Nirzolid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nirzolid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nirzolid habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nirzolid has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nirzolid as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Nirzolid only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nirzolid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Nirzolid
Using Nirzolid with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nirzolid
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nirzolid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes Nirzolid can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Nirzolid. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Nirzolid does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Nirzolid is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Nirzolid can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
Discontinuing Nirzolid on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Nirzolid is an antibiotic. It contains linezolid which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as oxazolidinone. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as pneumonia and skin infections.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zyvox ® (linezolid)
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