Linezolid (Apo) TM
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Active ingredients: linezolid
Pack: Linezolid (Apo) 600 mg tablet, 10, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-LINEZOLID linezolid 600 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Linezolid (intravenous or oral) is indicated for the treatment of suspected or proven infections due to Gram positive organisms resistant to multiple classes of antibiotics, including methicillin resistant Staphylococcus species and vancomycin resistant Enterococcus species. It is active against Gram-positive bacteria only and has no clinical activity against Gram-negative pathogens. Specific Gram-negative therapy is required if a concomitant Gram-negative pathogen is documented or suspected.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- White coloured, oval shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablet with "APO" engraved on one side and "LIN600" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient linezolid
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
