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Linezolid is a synthetic antibiotic, the first of the oxazolidinone class, used for the treatment of infections caused by multi-resistant bacteria including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). It is marketed under the trade name Zyvox (Pfizer). more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| MRSA | 43 |
86% |
| Heart Attack | 1 |
100% |
| Depression - Teen | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 87% (45
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Zyvox Reviews
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barely worked
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worked for a month and half then came back. Had an effect on Kidney function.
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Didn't really see any results, but I continually had an upset stomach.
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Zyvox was the only one that would work for me. I was in the hospital 3 different times for a week each.
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It worked, but almost killed me in the process. I got Serotonin Syndrome from this drug - apparently it was due to take it along with Oxycodone while I was in the hospital and at home.
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just started ZYVOX. not sure yet
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Tried 5 full rounds now still positive in the lungs and things.
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Really nasty side effect.
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Worked for a while. Infection returned.
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Only antibiotic that worked
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Zyvox - any advice
We're not doing well… It seems the expensive Zyvox doesn't work :-( I'm on the 9th day of treatment and yesterday I got a new pimple in the are... [More] -
Zyvox - any advice
I wonder why the big difference in price for Zyvox. My hubbys first 20 pills were $862 and the next round of 20 pills were $1766. Same pharmacy. Only ... [More] -
Zyvox - any advice
I would appreciate any advice on Zyvox (Linezolid) – personal experience, use, effectiveness, and side effects. My concern is possible hepatotoxi... [More]
