Kayexalate and Linezolid Intravenous, Oral

• Generic Name: sodium polystyrene sulfonate
• Dosage Forms: powder, for suspension
• Other Brand Names: Kalexate, Kayexalate, Kionex

Kayexalate binds itself to potassium in your digestive tract. This helps prevent your body from absorbing too much potassium.

Kayexalate is used to treat high levels of potassium in the blood, also called hyperkalemia.

Kayexalate works differently from other medicines because it passes into your intestines without being absorbed into your blood stream.

Kayexalate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: linezolid
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Zyvox

Linezolid is used to treat certain bacterial infections in many different parts of the body, including certain types of skin infections or pneumonia.

Linezolid belongs to the family of medicines called antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, linezolid will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Linezolid is available only with your doctor's prescription.