Tedizolid
Sivextro (tedizolid) is an oxazolidinone-class antibiotic used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI), including those caused by resistant bacteria like MRSA. It is effective against Gram-positive organisms and is available in both intravenous and oral formulations. The medication is typically prescribed when other antibiotics are not appropriate or have failed.
Sivextro is an antibiotic used to treat serious skin infections, including MRSA, available as an oral or IV medication.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1540863
- Generic
- Sivextro
- Class
- brand-name
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- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Sivextro is FDA-approved for the treatment of acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) caused by susceptible Gram-positive bacteria, including Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). It is used in adult patients when other treatment options are not suitable.
Sivextro belongs to the oxazolidinone class of antibiotics. It works by binding to the bacterial 23S ribosomal RNA of the 50S subunit, inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which prevents the bacteria from multiplying and spreading.
Sivextro may cause serious side effects including myelosuppression (low blood cell counts), peripheral neuropathy, and Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea. It may interact with serotonergic medications and should be used with caution in patients with certain medical conditions. Treatment duration is typically 6 days under medical supervision.
Official drug label
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