Drug Class
oxazolidinone antibiotic
Type
ingredient
Active Ingredient
linezolid
📋Overview
Linezolid is an antibiotic that belongs to the oxazolidinone class. It is primarily used to address infections caused by certain types of bacteria, including those that are resistant to other antibiotics. Linezolid is often associated with the management of complicated skin infections and pneumonia. Its use is particularly notable in cases involving multidrug-resistant organisms such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE).
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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