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Linox 600 Tablet 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 Linox 600 Tablet include indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, metallic taste, vomiting, headache, and stomach pain.

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Composition :

LINEZOLID-600MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Linox 600 Tablet

Linox 600 Tablet 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. Linox 600 Tablet effectively treats infections caused by bacteria only and does not treat viral infections like flu or a common cold.

Linox 600 Tablet 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. 

Linox 600 Tablet 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. Linox 600 Tablet should be given to your child as advised by your doctor. Do not give the child more than the prescribed dose of Linox 600 Tablet . Generally, the dose of the medicine will be decided by your paediatrician depending upon the type and severity of the infection.

Linox 600 Tablet is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving Linox 600 Tablet 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 Linox 600 Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial Infections

Directions for Use

Linox 600 Tablet 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

Linox 600 Tablet contains linezolid. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against gram-positive bacteria. Linox 600 Tablet is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections in children. Linox 600 Tablet 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 Linox 600 Tablet Works

Linox 600 Tablet 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 Linox 600 Tablet

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Linox 600 Tablet

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 Linox 600 Tablet 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 Linox 600 Tablet 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. Linox 600 Tablet is intended for use in children. Hence, pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers should avoid taking this solution.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LinezolidOxcarbazepine
Critical
LinezolidParoxetine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LinezolidOxcarbazepine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
When Oxcarbazepine is taken with Linox 600 Tablet, 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 Linox 600 Tablet 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.
LinezolidParoxetine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
Using Linox 600 Tablet together with Paroxetine can increase the risk of a serious condition called serotonin syndrome (A condition resulting from the accumulation of high levels of serotonin in the body. Serotonin is a chemical that plays a role in overall wellbeing and especially a mood stabilizer).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Paroxetine with Linox 600 Tablet is not recommended but should be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidBuspirone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
Combining Linox 600 Tablet with Buspirone can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Buspirone with Linox 600 Tablet 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
LinezolidVortioxetine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
Co-administration of Linox 600 Tablet with Vortioxetine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linox 600 Tablet with Vortioxetine 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, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidAmitriptyline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
Taking Linox 600 Tablet with Amitriptyline can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (increased serotonin hormone).

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Linox 600 Tablet and Amitriptyline together may cause an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Inform a doctor if you have recently taken amitriptyline. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidVilazodone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
When Vilazodone is taken with Linox 600 Tablet, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vilazodone with Linox 600 Tablet together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidFluvoxamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
Taking Linox 600 Tablet with Fluvoxamine 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 Linox 600 Tablet with Fluvoxamine is not recommended but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination (seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor (shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidCarbamazepine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
Using Carbamazepine with Linox 600 Tablet 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 Linox 600 Tablet 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.
LinezolidEpinephrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
Taking Linox 600 Tablet with Epinephrine can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linox 600 Tablet with Epinephrine is not recommended as it can result in an interaction. It should be taken only if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, 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.
LinezolidSafinamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Linox 600 Tablet:
Taking Safinamide with Linox 600 Tablet 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 Linox 600 Tablet 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.

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 Linox 600 Tablet . 
  • Make your child drink more fluids to avoid dehydration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

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Pregnancy

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Breast Feeding

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Driving

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Liver

Caution

If your child has liver disease, inform your doctor before using Linox 600 Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

If your child has kidney disease, inform your doctor before using Linox 600 Tablet .

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Linox 600 Tablet 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

Linox 600 Tablet 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.

Linox 600 Tablet 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, Linox 600 Tablet is not used to treat viral infections. Linox 600 Tablet is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.

Linox 600 Tablet can cause diarrhea in children. Linox 600 Tablet 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

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Unichem Laboratories Ltd., Unichem Bhavan, Prabhat Estate, Off S.V.Road, Jogeshwari (West), Mumbai – 400 102
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