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Microbiology Q&A CLINICAL ANTIBIOTICS Linezolid

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Linezolid: A Powerful Reserve Antibiotic Explained 💊
Linezolid is a "Reserve" antibiotic, meaning it's reserved for treating serious infections caused by bacteria resistant to other antibiotics. These infections may be caused by MRSA, VRSA, VRE, and extensively drug-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This video explores how Linezolid works, who it's for, its potential side effects, and why responsible use is so important.
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Mechanism of Action: Linezolid stops bacteria from making proteins, leading to bacterial death.
Treatment Options: Linezolid is available in intravenous and oral formulations, with high oral bioavailability allowing for flexible treatment options.
Dosage Guidelines: We'll discuss recommended dosages for adults, children, and neonates.
Side Effects and Risks: Learn about potential side effects like myelosuppression (especially thrombocytopenia), optic neuropathy, and peripheral neuropathy, which are more common with prolonged use (over 4 weeks).
The Importance of Antibiotic Stewardship: We'll explain why Linezolid is a Reserve antibiotic and why responsible use is essential to combat antibiotic resistance.
Understanding antibiotics is crucial for public health. Watch and learn!
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Sources: World Health Organisation. (2022). AWaRe: antibiotics: Access, Watch, Reserve. https://iris.who.int/bitstream..../handle/10665/365135

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