Introduction
USES OF LINOSPAN TABLET
- Severe bacterial infections
Linospan 600 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections of lungs (Pneumonia), skin and soft tissues.
Linospan 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 Linospan 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.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy & Breast Feeding
- Linospan 600 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Linospan 600 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving & Using Machines
- Linospan 600 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Interactions
Tell your doctor if you are taking,
- Amitriptyline
- Amoxapine
- Citalopram
- Clomipramine
How to use
- 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.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Avoid Linospan 600 Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer or soy sauce while taking this medication as these may cause an excessive rise in your blood pressure.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them
Common
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
- Diarrhea
FAQs
Q. Can the use of Linospan cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Linospan 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.
Q. What foods should I avoid while taking Linospan?
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 Linospan can result in elevation of blood pressure, which may result in an emergency situation.
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