Drug interactions
Green tea + Linezolid
Severity: Minor
Green tea and Linezolid: minor interaction.
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Summary
Green tea contains caffeine and small amounts of tyramine-like pressor compounds are not clearly established, but MAO inhibition by linezolid could enhance pressor effects of caffeine. Moderate intake is unlikely to be a problem, though large amounts may raise blood pressure or heart rate.
What this interaction means in plain words
Green tea and Linezolid have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Green tea belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract; Linezolid belongs to Anti Bacterial.
Why it happens
Possible potentiation of sympathomimetic effects of caffeine by MAO inhibition from linezolid; poorly characterised.
What to do
Advise limiting green tea and other caffeinated products during linezolid therapy and monitor blood pressure if symptoms such as palpitations or headache occur.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Green tea with Linezolid?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Green tea and Linezolid have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Green tea contains caffeine and small amounts of tyramine-like pressor compounds are not clearly established, but MAO inhibition by linezolid could enhance pressor effects of caffeine. Moderate intake is unlikely to be a problem, though large amounts may raise blood pressure or heart rate.
How serious is the interaction between Green tea and Linezolid?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Advise limiting green tea and other caffeinated products during linezolid therapy and monitor blood pressure if symptoms such as palpitations or headache occur.
What other medicines interact with Linezolid?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Linezolid with, for example, Amoxapine, Atomoxetine, Benzphetamine. The full list is on the Linezolid page.
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