Drug reference
tedizolid
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Miscellaneous(Anti Bacterial))
Mechanism of action
Tedizolid phosphate is the prodrug, Oxazolidione antibiotic; action is mediated by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome, resulting in inhibition of protein synthesis
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Hemoglobin <10.1 g/dL
- Platelets <112 x 10³/mm³
- Diarrhea
Known interactions (2)
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is tedizolid?
tedizolid belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does tedizolid work?
Tedizolid phosphate is the prodrug, Oxazolidione antibiotic; action is mediated by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome, resulting in inhibition of protein synthesis
What are the common side effects of tedizolid?
Dizziness, Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Hemoglobin <10.1 g/dL, Platelets <112 x 10³/mm³, Diarrhea
Which drugs interact with tedizolid?
cyproheptadine, isocarboxazid
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