Linezolid

Antibiotics

Antibiotics · Oxazolidinone

Linezolid

Dose

600 mg PO/IV BD

Mechanism

Inhibits 50S ribosomal initiation complex

Indications

  • MRSA / VRE infection
  • Complicated skin / soft-tissue, pneumonia

Contraindications

  • Concurrent serotonergic agents (SSRI, MAOI) — serotonin syndrome

Use

100% bioavailable PO — useful for OPAT step-down.

Monitoring

FBC weekly (thrombocytopenia), visual / peripheral neuropathy if >28 d.

Side effects

  • Thrombocytopenia, anaemia
  • Peripheral / optic neuropathy (prolonged use)
  • Serotonin syndrome
  • Lactic acidosis

Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.

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