General Info:

Linezolid (Zyvox) is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Linezolid (Zyvox) is used to treat different types of bacterial infections, such pneumonia, skin infections, and infections that are resistant to other antibiotics.

Linezolid (Zyvox) is an antibiotic used to treat certain serious bacterial infections that have not responded to other antibiotics (resistant infections). Linezolid (Zyvox) works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Linezolid (Zyvox) antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Linezolid (Zyvox) is related to a group of drugs called MAO inhibitors. Certain foods interact with MAO inhibitors, causing severe headache and increased blood pressure. This could lead to a medical emergency. Therefore, it is important to avoid or limit intake of these foods to reduce your risk of these serious problems.

Continue to use Linezolid (Zyvox) until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a relapse of the infection.

Linezolid is sold as brand names:

• Zyvox