Linexil 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Linexil is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Linexil may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Linexil is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Linexil is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
CAUTION
Linexil should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Linexil may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Linexil in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Medicine Overview of Linexil 100mg/5ml Powder for Suspension
Introduction
Linexil is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections of lungs (Pneumonia), skin and soft tissues.
Linexil may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. You should tak...
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Uses of Linexil
Severe bacterial infections
Side effects of Linexil
Common
Vomiting
Headache
Nausea
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
Diarrhea
How to use Linexil
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. Linexil may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Linexil with tyramine-rich foo...
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How Linexil works
Linexil is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Quick Tips
Linexil treats serious infections caused by certain types of bacteria.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
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...
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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...
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Avoid taking excessive cheese, processed meats, alcohol, or soy sauce while taking this medication as these may cause an excessive rise in y...
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Inform your doctor if you develop fever, shortness of breath, or any changes in your vision.
Do not take it for more than 14 days without consulting your doctor.
Brief Description
Indication
Community-acquired pneumonia, Skin and skin structure infections, Nosocomial pneumonia
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral
Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections
Adult: 400 mg 12 hrly for 10-14 days.
Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium
Adult: 600...
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Mode of Action
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