About Lingax 600 Tablet
Lingax 600 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections of the lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues. Lingax 600 Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. You should take it regularly as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen. The most common side effects of Lingax 600 Tablet include vomiting, headache, nausea, decreased blood cell counts, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of Lingax 600 Tablet
- Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Lingax 600 Tablet works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
How to use Lingax 600 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lingax 600 Tablet may be taken with or without food. Avoid Lingax 600 Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
How Lingax 600 Tablet works
Lingax 600 Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Side effects of Lingax 600 Tablet
Most side effects do not need medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Talk to your doctor if they persist or worry you. Common side effects include:
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
- Diarrhea
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Lingax 600 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
Store below 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children. How to store medicines at home.
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor about every medicine you take. Known interactions include:
- Rasagiline (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Linezolid with Rasagiline. If Linezolid is essential, ensure a gap of At least 2 weeks between taking Linezolid and Rasagiline. Please consult your doctor. Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordination.
- Reboxetine (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Reboxetine with Linezolid. Concurrent use may cause a fatal increase in blood pressure.
- Safinamide (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Safinamide with Linezolid. If Safinamide is essential, ensure a gap of At least 2 weeks between taking Safinamide and Linezolid. Please consult your doctor. Concurrent use may cause a fatal increase in blood pressure.
- Vortioxetine (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Vortioxetine with Linezolid. If essential, watch out for symptoms such as flushing, increased blood pressure, weakness, or impaired coordination. Please consult your doctor. Concomitant use may cause a fatal increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordination.
Safety advice
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lingax 600 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Lingax 600 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Lingax 600 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Lingax 600 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Lingax 600 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Frequently asked questions
Can the use of Lingax 600 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Lingax 600 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
What foods should I avoid while taking Lingax 600 Tablet?
You should avoid taking large quantities of food that contain high tyramine in it. Foods that are fermented, cured, aged or spoiled contain high amount of tyramine e.g cheese, red wine, pickle, over ripe fruits etc. Consuming tyramine while taking Lingax 600 Tablet can result in elevation of blood pressure, which may result in an emergency situation.
This information is for reference only and does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without medical advice. Details come from the product’s listing and may differ from the pack you receive; always read the label.
