Product Description

VOXYLID 600MG TABLET contains Linezolid which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial infections like pneumonia (nosocomial and community-acquired pneumonia), some infections in or under the skin (complicated skin and soft tissue infections) and blood infections. Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of specific harmful strains of bacteria anywhere in the body. It is generally characterized by fever, chills and sweats, swollen lymph nodes, sudden pain or its worsening, unexplained tiredness, headache, skin flushing or discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or stomach pain. Before taking VOXYLID 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, mental health problems (such as maniac depression, schizoaffective disorder) overactive thyroid, anemia, history of seizures, diarrhea, adrenal glands tumor (phaeochromocytoma) or carcinoid syndrome and if you are prone to get infections. During treatment with VOXYLID 600MG TABLET, your doctor might perform regular blood tests to monitor your blood count and your eyesight if you take VOXYLID 600MG TABLET for more than 28 days. VOXYLID 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless advised by the doctor and it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. VOXYLID 600MG TABLET 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 side effects of taking VOXYLID 600MG TABLET are headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, and indigestion. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsens.

USES OF VOXYLID 600MG TABLET

Treats bacterial infections like:

Pneumonia (nosocomial and community-acquired)
Complicated skin and soft tissue infections
Blood infections

HOW VOXYLID 600MG TABLET WORKS

VOXYLID 600MG TABLET works by binding to and inhibiting bacterial enzymes required in DNA synthesis, thus interrupting DNA replication and preventing bacterial cell multiplication.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take VOXYLID 600MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking VOXYLID 600MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop.

SIDE EFFECTS OF VOXYLID 600MG TABLET

COMMON

Vaginal or oral thrush (fungal infection)
Headache, dizziness
Metallic taste in the mouth
Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, localized or general stomach pain, constipation, indigestion
Difficulty in sleeping
Localized pain
Increased blood pressure

UNCOMMON

Tingling sensation or feeling numb
Swollen, sore or discolored 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 discoloration

Stop taking VOXYLID 600MG TABLET 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, raised purple rash due to inflammation of blood vessels, red sore skin and flaking, rash, and itching)
Vision problems (like blurred vision, changes in color vision, difficulty in seeing detail, or restricted field of vision)
Severe diarrhea with blood or mucus (it may develop into complications that are life-threatening)
Repeated nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain, or rapid breathing
Fits or seizures or serotonin syndrome (signs include agitation, confusion, mental disturbance, rigidity, shaking, incoordination, seizure, rapid heart rate, and severe breathing problems)
Unexplained bleeding or bruising
Changes in the number of certain blood cells 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)