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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Lizoforce IV Injection is an antibiotic used in treating bacterial infections. This medicine stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria and thereby helps reduce various bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia) and skin. Some of the common side effects include headache, metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, indigestion and localized pain.
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Composition :

LINEZOLID-600MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Lizoforce IV Injection

Lizoforce IV Injection belongs to the class of medicines called oxazolidinones used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), and skin. It is also used to treat infections which are resistant to other antibiotics. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Lizoforce IV Injection does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Lizoforce IV Injection contains Linezolid. It treats infection by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. 

Lizoforce IV Injection shows some common side-effects like thrush (fungal infection), headache, metallic taste, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, indigestion and localized pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor before receiving this injection if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Lizoforce IV Injection passes into breastmilk and can cause diarrhoea and vomiting in infants; therefore, discontinue breastfeeding prior to and throughout the treatment. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Lizoforce IV Injection as it may cause increased dizziness. Lizoforce IV Injection may cause dizziness and vision problems, so drive and operate machinery only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and your ongoing medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Lizoforce IV Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Lizoforce IV Injection will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Lizoforce IV Injection belongs to the class of medicines called oxazolidinones used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), and skin. It is also used to treat infections which are resistant to other antibiotics. Lizoforce IV Injection contains Linezolid. It treats infection by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. 

How Lizoforce IV Injection Works

Lizoforce IV Injection contains Linezolid. It treats infection by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Lizoforce IV Injection

  • Thrush (fungal infection)
  • Headache
  • Metallic taste
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Indigestion
  • Localized pain

What if I have taken an overdose of Lizoforce IV Injection

Lizoforce IV Injection is administered by a health care professional in a hospital setting. Hence, the chances of overdose are less. Overdose of Lizoforce IV Injection may cause wheezing, chest tightness, seizures, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, and severe diarrhea. Your doctor will initiate necessary measures when an overdose is suspected.

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know before receiving Lizoforce IV Injection if you are allergic to any of its contents; Lizoforce IV Injection should not be taken if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors in the last 14 days. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, phaeochromocytoma (tumour of adrenal glands), carcinoid syndrome (tumours of the hormone system), manic depression, schizophrenia, confusion or other mental problems. Inform your doctor if you have bruises or bleeding disorders, have anaemia (low red blood cells), are prone to infections, have a history of seizures, if you are on dialysis, have diarrhoea, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience a throbbing headache, vision problems, loss of sensitivity or tingling/prickling sensation in arms and legs, persistent diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or rapid breathing. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LinezolidEpinephrine
Critical
LinezolidTrazodone
Critical

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LinezolidEpinephrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Taking Lizoforce IV Injection 1's with Epinephrine can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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.
LinezolidTrazodone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Using Lizoforce IV Injection 1's with Trazodone 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 Trazodone with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, 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. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LinezolidAtomoxetine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Using Lizoforce IV Injection 1's together with atomoxetine can cause high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lizoforce IV Injection 1's with Atomoxetine is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LinezolidModafinil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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 Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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.
LinezolidParoxetine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Using Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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 Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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.
LinezolidCarbamazepine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Using Carbamazepine with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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 Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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.
LinezolidClomipramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
When Clomipramine is taken with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's, may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Clomipramine and Lizoforce IV Injection 1's, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea-contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LinezolidCyproheptadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Using Lizoforce IV Injection 1's together with cyproheptadine may increase side effects of Cyproheptadine.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. Contact a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, confusion, disorientation, and memory problems. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LinezolidCaffeine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Taking these two together can cause your blood pressure to rise, a condition known as a hypertensive crisis.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Caffeine with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. It can be taken if your doctor prescribes it. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
LinezolidFluvoxamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lizoforce IV Injection 1's:
Taking Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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 Lizoforce IV Injection 1's 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.

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

  • Antibiotics can kill the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Lizoforce IV Injection Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Lizolid 600 Tablet 10's

    35.91per tablet
  • Linid 600 Tablet 10's

    35.96per tablet
  • Linox 600 Tablet 10's

    35.91per tablet
  • Lizoforce-600 Tablet 10's

    35.91per tablet
  • LNZ 600 Tablet 10's

    35.96per tablet
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Lizoforce IV Injection as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There is no sufficient and rigorous research on pregnant women. However, if you are pregnant, inform your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine only if the possible benefit outweighs the potential risk to the foetus.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are a breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor before receiving this medicine. Lizoforce IV Injection passes into breastmilk and can cause diarrhoea and vomiting in infants; therefore, discontinue breastfeeding prior to and throughout the treatment.

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Driving

Caution

Lizoforce IV Injection may cause dizziness and vision problems. So, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Long-term treatment with Lizoforce IV Injection may worsen your liver condition if you have liver problems. Dose adjustment may be needed. Please inform your doctor before taking Lizoforce IV Injection if you have liver impairment/liver disease or a history of liver conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Lizoforce IV Injection does not require dose adjustment for kidney dysfunction as the majority of both drugs undergo nonrenal clearance. However, if you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before receiving this injection.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Lizoforce IV Injection for your children based on age and the condition of the child.

FAQs

Lizoforce IV Injection belongs to the class of medicines called oxazolidinones used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), and skin. It is also used to treat infections which are resistant to other antibiotics.
Lizoforce IV Injection works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Thus, it treats the infection.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Lizoforce IV Injection. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain while on treatment with Lizoforce IV Injection, inform your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Lizoforce IV Injection may cause oral or vaginal thrush or candidiasis, which is a fungal infection occurring due to the overgrowth of yeast-like fungus in the mouth/throat or vagina. Consult your doctor if the condition persists or worsens.
Lizoforce IV Injection may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests, blood sugar tests, and liver and kidney function tests. Inform the lab technician that you are on treatment with Lizoforce IV Injection.
Lizoforce IV Injection may cause anaemia due to a decrease in the number of red blood cells. This could also cause unexplained bleeding or bruising. Consult your doctor if you experience unexplained bleeding or bruising.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Unimax Laboratories, Plot No. 7, Sector 24, Faridabad – 121007, India
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