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linezolid
Drug Name Form Strength Non-Formulary Restricted TX Sub Notes
Zyvox SOLUTION, INTRAVENOUS 600 mg/300 mL      
Zyvox TABLET, ORAL 600 mg      
Display Oxazolidinones Class : 08122824
Medication comments:

Per policy, these drugs are subject to renal dosing adjustments by pharmacy. 
Generic + Route
(Brand)
• Indications		 Usual Adult Dose
Comments		 Renal Dosage Adjustments
linezolid IV/PO
(Zyvox©)		 400-600 mg q12h No adjustment necessary
Per policy, these drugs may be converted from IV to PO in patients who meet criteria.  
Generic
(Brand)		 Population IV Dose PO Dose Notes
linezolid
(Zyvox)		 adult 600 mg IV q12h 600 mg PO q12h  
pediatric <12 y/o: 10 mg/kg q8h,
≥12 y/o: 10 mg/kg q12h
(max: 600 mg/dose)		 <12 y/o: 10 mg/kg q8h,
≥12 y/o: 10 mg/kg q12h
(max: 600 mg/dose)
Enteral Drug Administration notes.
Generic
(Brand)		 Comments and Considerations Recommendations for Administration with Enteral Nutrition
linezolid
(Zyvox)		 Oral suspension rapidly and completely absorbed. Change to oral suspension
Last updated: Oct. 16, 2024
  • Renal Adjustment Policy linezolid subject to adjustments by pharmacy.
  • IV to PO Conversion Policy Policy
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