| Pharmacy Drug Brand Name: | Zyvox® |
| Active Ingredient(s): | linezolid |
| Delivery / Dosage Form(s): | tablet, injection, and oral suspension |
| Company Manufacturer Name: | Pharmacia and Upjohn |
| Availability / Prescription: | Prescription only |
| Date Approved by FDA *: | April 18, 2000 |
* Approval by the FDA does not necessarily mean that this drug is available for consumers at this time.
What is Zyvox used for?
Zyvox is an antibiotic used to treat adults with certain bacterial infections. Zyvox does not work for viral infections (for example, the common cold).
General Precautions with Zyvox:
- Phenylketonuric patients should not take Zyvox oral suspension because it contains phenylalanine (a part of aspartame). The other Zyvox formulations do not contain phenylalanine.
- People taking Zyvox should avoid foods and beverages high in tyramine content. health care (healthcare) professional can provide a list of foods and beverages containing tyramine.
What should I tell my doctor or health care (healthcare) provider?
Individuals should tell their doctor if they:
- have high blood pressure
- are taking any cold or decongestant medicines
- are taking a medication for depression
- are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant, or are breast-feeding. The effects on the unborn child and nursing infant are unknown.
Because certain other medications can interact with Zyvox, review ALL medications that your are taking with your health care (healthcare) provider, including those that you take without a prescription
What are some possible side effects of Zyvox? (This is not a comprehensive list of possible side effects assosciated with Zyvox. Your doctor or pharmacist can provide expert advice on the possible side effects of this drug.
The side effects of Zyvox are generally mild, but serious side effects including decreased number of platelets, red blood cells, and white blood cells (myelosuppression) have been reported in people receiving Zyvox since it became available.
Other side effects may include:
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea