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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is used to treat bacterial infections in children. It contains Linezolid, a drug belonging to the oxazolidinones class. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. Common side effects of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup include indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, metallic taste, vomiting, headache, and stomach pain.

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Composition :

LINEZOLID-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Yuventis Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Leenzo-D Dry Syrup

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is used to treat bacterial infections in children. It is used in treating skin, throat, ear, bones, urinary tract infections, and lung infections caused by bacteria. A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter and grow in the body. This bacteria can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. This medicine is also used in the treatment of resistant tubercular infections. Leenzo-D Dry Syrup effectively treats infections caused by bacteria only and does not treat viral infections like flu or a common cold.

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup contains Linezolid belonging to the oxazolidinones class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup may cause certain side effects, such as indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, metallic taste, vomiting, headache, and stomach pain. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your paediatrician. Leenzo-D Dry Syrup should be given to your child as advised by your doctor. Do not give the child more than the prescribed dose of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup. Generally, the dose of the medicine will be decided by your paediatrician depending upon the type and severity of the infection.

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving Leenzo-D Dry Syrup to your child if she/he is allergic to antibiotics. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition, medications, and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform your child’s doctor if your child has liver or kidney disease.

Uses of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup

Treatment of Bacterial Infections

Directions for Use

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup comes in the form of powder. Firstly, shake the container and open the cap. Add sterile water and mix well. Add more sterile water if required to make up to the mark. This reconstituted liquid should be given to your child within seven days of preparation. When not in use, store the bottle in the refrigerator.

Medicinal Benefits

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup contains linezolid. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against gram-positive bacteria. Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections in children. Leenzo-D Dry Syrup works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

How Leenzo-D Dry Syrup Works

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup contains Linezolid belonging to the oxazolidinones class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach upset
  • Indigestion
  • Vomiting
  • Headache

What if I have taken an overdose of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause serious side effects or poisoning. If you suspect that you may have overdosed of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup or observe any side effects, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. No specific side effects have been reported under these circumstances.

Drug Warnings

Avoid giving Leenzo-D Dry Syrup to your child if she/he is allergic to it. Keep your paediatrician informed about your child’s health condition including their previous medications and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform the paediatrician about all the OTC medicines including other vitamin supplements that your child is taking. It is advised not to give more than the prescribed dose of medicine. Also, inform your doctor if your child has liver or kidney-related issues before administration. Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is intended for use in children. Hence, pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers should avoid taking this solution.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LinezolidTapentadol
Critical
LinezolidPheniramine
Critical

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LinezolidTapentadol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Using Tapentadol together with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tapentadol with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. If you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LinezolidPheniramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Using phenylephrine together with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml can increase your blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pheniramine with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidSafinamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Taking Safinamide with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Safinamide with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, shaking, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidImipramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Coadministration of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml with Imipramine might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml and Imipramine together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, hallucinations, seizures, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidCarbamazepine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Using Carbamazepine with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml can cause serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Carbamazepine and Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml together is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidEntacapone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Coadministration of Entacapone with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entacapone with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidOxcarbazepine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
When Oxcarbazepine is taken with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml, it can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition when your body has too much of a chemical called serotonin), further leading to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxcarbazepine with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml is not recommended, as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination (seeing or hearing things that do not exist), seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
LinezolidModafinil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Coadministration of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml with Modafinil can increase the levels of Modafinil and increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Modafinil with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, excessive sweating, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidDuloxetine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Taking Duloxetine with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Duloxetine with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml is not recommended, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidBuspirone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml:
Combining Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml with Buspirone can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Buspirone with Leenzo-D Dry Syrup 30 ml is not recommended, as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fiber-enriched food in your child’s diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth.
  • Fiber foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • Avoid giving too much calcium, or iron-enriched foods, as it might affect the working of Leenzo-D Dry Syrup. 
  • Make your child drink more fluids to avoid dehydration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Caution

If your child has liver disease, inform your doctor before using Leenzo-D Dry Syrup.

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Kidney

Caution

If your child has kidney disease, inform your doctor before using Leenzo-D Dry Syrup.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is safe for children if prescribed by the doctor. Your paediatrician will decide the dose of the medicine. Do not give more than the recommended dose to your child.

FAQs

Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is used to treat bacterial infections in children. It is used in treating skin, throat, ear, bones, urinary tract infections, and lung infections caused by bacteria.
Leenzo-D Dry Syrup works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections.
No, Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is not used to treat viral infections. Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.
Leenzo-D Dry Syrup can cause diarrhea in children. Leenzo-D Dry Syrup is an antibiotic that kills toxic bacteria, but it can also affect the useful bacteria in your intestine or stomach and lead to diarrhea. If your child has diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrheal medicine unless your paediatrician tells you to.

Country of origin

India
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