Linezolid (Amneal) TM
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Active ingredients: linezolid
Brand name
(ARTG)
: LINEZOLID AMNEAL linezolid 600 mg tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Linezolid 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.,Linezolid is active against Gram-positive bacteria only. It 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
- Oral
- White to off white, oval shaped, film coated tablets, debossed with AI006 on one side and plain on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 pack
- 30 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
