Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Q: Linezolid (Zyvox) may decrease the seizure threshold. Yes or No?


Answer: Yes

According to Pfizer package insert (maker of Zyvox):

"Convulsions have been reported to occur in patients when treated with Zyvox. In most of these cases, a history of seizures or risk factors for seizures was reported".

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