Manufacturer
PFIZER PHARMACEUTICALS LLC
Contents
Linezolid
Indication
Nosocomial & community-acquired pneumonia including concurrent bacteremia, complicated & uncomplicated skin & skin structure infections, vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium infections including concurrent bacteremia.
Instruction
Linezolid for oral suspension is supplied as a powder/granule for constitution. Gently tap bottle to loosen powder. Add a total of 123 mL distilled water in two portions. After adding the first half, shake vigorously to wet all of the powder. Then add the second half of the water and shake vigorously to obtain a uniform suspension. After constitution, each 5 mL of the suspension contains 100 mg of linezolid. Before using, gently mix by inverting the bottle 3 to 5 times. Do not shake. Store constituted suspension at room temperature. Use within 21 days after constitution.
Drug interaction
Adrenergic & serotonergic agents, food or beverage w/ high tyramine content (eg, cheese).
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