Linezolid Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity
COMMON side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- Anemia
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Vomiting
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- Nausea
INFREQUENT side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Skin Rash
- Abnormal Liver Function Tests
- Decreased Blood Platelets
- Thrush
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Yeast Infection Of The Vagina And Vulva
- Dizziness
- Loose Stools
- Taste Impairment
RARE side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Blockage Of The Bile Duct That Resulting In High Bilirubin Levels
- A Disorder With Excess Antidiuretic Hormone Called Syndrome Of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
- A Painful Condition That Affects The Nerves In The Legs And Arms Called Peripheral Neuropathy
- A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
- A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
- A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
- A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
- A Type Of Blood Disorder With A Decrease In All Types Of Blood Cells Called Pancytopenia
- Allergic Reaction Causing Inflammation Of Blood Vessels
- An Infection Due To A Fungus
- Bleeding Of The Stomach Or Intestines
- Decreased Function Of Bone Marrow
- Diarrhea From An Infection With Clostridium Difficile Bacteria
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Increased Blood Acidity Due To High Levels Of Lactic Acid
- Increased Eosinophils In The Blood
- Inflammation Of The Skin With Blisters
- Low Amount Of Potassium In The Blood
- Low Amount Of Sodium In The Blood
- Low Blood Sugar
- Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
- Optic Neuropathy, A Disease Of The Optic Nerve
- Pure Red Cell Aplasia
- Seizures
- Serotonin Syndrome, A Type Of Disorder With High Serotonin Levels
- Sideroblastic Anemia
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Discolored Tongue
- Bruising Under The Skin
- Confusion
- Decreased Appetite
- Discoloration Of Teeth
- Drowsiness
- Fever
- Gas
- Indigestion
- Itching
- Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
- Stomach Cramps
- Trouble Breathing
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