- Male
- 37 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm dealing with a mild cold and cough, and I had a fever yesterday. The local doctor prescribed me Lizolid, but the pharmacy gave me Linezolid instead. I'm wondering if they are the same thing. Could you help me out here?
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Thats unusual,visit General Physician for appropriate approach.and maintain balanced diet and healthy lifestyle
Answered 04/07/2025
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