LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR Dry Syrup 30ml

Bacterial Infections (2507)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Linezolid 100 mg

Manufacturer

Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUPLIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP contains Linezolid which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage bacterial infections like pneumonia (nosocomial and community-acquired pneumonia) and some bacterial infections in or under the skin (complicated and uncomplicated skin and soft tissue infections) caused by susceptible bacteria. It is also used to manage vancomycin-resistant enterococcus faecium infections, including cases with concurrent bacteremia (viable bacteria in the blood). Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of specific harmful strains of bacteria anywhere in the body. It is generally characterized by fever, child and sweats, swollen lymph nodes, sudden pain or its worsening, unexplained tiredness, headache, skin flushing or discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or stomach pain. Before taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, mental health problems (such as maniac depression, schizoaffective disorder) overactive thyroid, anaemia, history of seizures, diarrhoea, adrenal glands tumour (phaeochromocytoma) or carcinoid syndrome and if you are prone to get infections. During management with LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP, your doctor might perform regular blood tests to monitor your blood count and your eyesight if you take LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP for more than 28 days. LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless advised by the doctor and it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age) and it should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). The most common

Uses

OF LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUPManages bacterial infections like: pneumonia (nosocomial and community-acquired) some bacterial infections in or under the skin (complicated and uncomplicated) vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium infections

How It Works

LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP works by binding to and inhibiting bacterial enzymes required in DNA synthesis, thus interrupting DNA replication and managing bacterial cell multiplication.

Directions for Use

Take LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP as advised by your physician. Add provided sterile water slowly in the bottle containing dry powder and allow it to dissolve completely. Make up the volume up to the mark in the bottle. Use a measuring cup or a spoon to properly measure the dose. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP unless your doctor advises you to stop.

Side Effects

taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP are headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain and indigestion. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen. USES OF LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUPManages bacterial infections like: pneumonia (nosocomial and community-acquired) some bacterial infections in or under the skin (complicated and uncomplicated) vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium infections HOW LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP WORKSLIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP works by binding to and inhibiting bacterial enzymes required in DNA synthesis, thus interrupting DNA replication and managing bacterial cell multiplication. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP as advised by your physician. Add provided sterile water slowly in the bottle containing dry powder and allow it to dissolve completely. Make up the volume up to the mark in the bottle. Use a measuring cup or a spoon to properly measure the dose. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP unless your doctor advises you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUPCOMMON vaginal or oral thrush (fungal infection) headache, dizziness metallic taste in the mouth diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, localized or general stomach pain, constipation, indigestion difficulty in sleeping localized pain increased blood pressure anaemia (low red blood cells) altered sugar levels UNCOMMON tingling sensation or feeling numb swollen, sore or discoloured tongue dry mouth frequent urination chills feeling thirsty increased sweating kidney failure abdominal bloating increased or decreased heart rate weakness, sensory changes inflammation of the vagina or genital area (women) RARE superficial tooth discolouration Stop taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe skin disorder and allergic reactions (sign includes swelling particularly around the face and neck, wheezing, difficulty breathing, red sore skin and flaking, rash and itching) vision problems (like blurred vision, changes in colour vision, difficulty in seeing detail or a restricted field of vision) severe diarrhoea with blood or mucus (it may develop into complications which are life-threatening) repeated nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain or rapid breathing fits or seizures unexplained bleeding or bruising changes in the numbers of certain blood cells which may lead to infection (signs of infection include fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers and tiredness) inflammation of the pancreas convulsions transient ischaemic attacks (temporary disturbance of the flow of blood to the brain causing short-term symptoms such as loss of vision, leg and arm weakness, slurring of speech and loss of consciousness) ringing in the ears (tinnitus) new or worsening myelosuppression (fewer blood cells due to bone marrow suppression) syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH) causing confusion, sleepiness, generalized weakness, respiratory failure

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYLIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless clearly advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor before taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP. BREASTFEEDINGLIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women as it may pass through the breast milk and could affect the baby. Consult your doctor before taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness or problems with your vision after taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol (especially draught beers and wine) while taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP. KIDNEYLIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems especially if the patient is on dialysis. Consult your doctor before taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP. LIVERLIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP. ALLERGYDo not take LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP if you are allergic to Linezolid or any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASELIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with high blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP. OTHERSBefore taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP, inform your doctor if you: have an overactive thyroid have adrenal glands tumour (phaeochromocytoma) or carcinoid syndrome (tumours of the hormone system causing diarrhoea, flushing of the skin, wheezing) have mental disorders such as manic depression, schizoaffective disorder, mental confusion or other mental problems bruise and bleed easily are anaemic (low red blood cells) are prone to get infections have a history of seizures have diarrhoea have phenylketonuria (a rare genetic disorder that causes certain amino acids to build up in the body) Use in pediatrics: LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Consult your child’s doctor for advice. Use in geriatrics: LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above) due to the greater risk of developing blood dyscrasias (a condition which affects the blood, bone marrow or lymph tissue). Consult your doctor before taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage cold or flu (Ex. pseudoephedrine, phenylpropanolamine) medicines used to manage asthma (Ex. salbutamol, terbutaline, fenoterol) medicines used to manage depression (Ex. clomipramine, amitriptyline, doxepin, citalopram, dosulepin, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, imipramine, lofepramine, paroxetine and sertraline), monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (used to manage depression or parkinson’s disease) (Ex. phenelzine, isocarboxazid, selegiline, moclobemide) medicines used to manage migraines (Ex. sumatriptan, zolmitriptan) medicines used to manage sudden, severe allergic reactions (Ex. adrenaline (epinephrine)) medicines that increase blood pressure (Ex. noradrenaline (norepinephrine), dopamine and dobutamine) pethidine (used to manage moderate to severe pain) buspirone (used to manage anxiety disorders) warfarin (used to stop blood clotting) rifampicin (used to manage bacterial infections) B. Drug-Food interaction: Avoid eating large amounts of mature cheese, yeast extracts or soya bean extracts (Ex. soy sauce) while taking LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP as it may react with a substance called tyramine which is naturally present in some foods and cause an increase in blood pressure. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Linezolid Pharmacological Category : Oxazolidinone antibiotic Therapeutic Indication : Pneumonia, Skin infections, Vancomycin-resistant Dosage Forms : Tablet, Dispersible Tablet, Injection, Infusion, Dry Syrup, Syrup, Oral suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep LIZOFLY MANGO + PEPPERMINT FLAVOUR DRY SYRUP out of reach of children Store below 25°C

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DETAILS Written By Dr. R. Dinesh John Rajkumar

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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle

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Last Updated

28 Sep 2022

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