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Linezolid Zyvox Uses Treats bacterial infections and certain types of skin infections or pneumonia. This medicine is an antibiotic. Storage Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. You may keep the oral liquid for up to 21 days. After that, throw away any unused medicine. Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone. How To Use APPEARANCE: Tablet, Liquid. Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. You may take this medicine with or without food. If you are using the oral liquid, gently turn the bottle upside down several times before pouring your dose. Do not shake the bottle. Measure your medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup. Keep using this medicine for the full treatment time, even if you feel better after the first few doses. Your infection may not clear up if you stop using the medicine too soon. Side Effects Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing. Diarrhea that may contain blood. Extreme weakness, tiredness, or confusion. High fever. Lightheadedness or fainting. Numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands, arms, legs, or feet. Rapid breathing, or severe nausea and vomiting. Unusual bleeding or bruising. Precautions You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to linezolid. Missed Dose If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose. Drug Interactions Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Your doctor will need to know if you have bone marrow problems, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or if you are on dialysis. Tell your doctor if you have any other infections that you are treating with other antibiotics. Tell your doctor if you have pheochromocytoma, carcinoid syndrome, or untreated hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). If you have severe diarrhea, ask your doctor before taking any medicine to stop the diarrhea. Your doctor will need to check your blood at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments. If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse, call your doctor. The oral liquid medicine contains phenylalanine (aspartame). This is only a concern if you have a disorder called phenylketonuria (a problem with amino acids). If you have this condition, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

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