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Is anyone taking Sivextro? Please share any side effects. Thank you.
MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: 20 hours ago | Replies (2)Comment receiving replies
@janetannfaust May I ask what infection they are planning to treat with Sivextro (Tedizolid)? I thought by now we had heard of every antibiotic ever used for NTM/MAC, but I do know that ID docs sometimes have to reach far for a solution when we cannot take the usual drugs.
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Yes, my diagnosis is M Abscessus. I started 3 antibiotics on August 21st and a week ago I noticed numb/tingling toes and feet. I was still taking Linezolid and that is a side effect. Went to neurologist on Monday and he confirmed diagnosis. ID assistant to stop Linezolid and he is trying to get other drugs approved to replace it, possibly Sivextro or Clofazimine(this was declined once already). I have other new stuff…..pre diabetes and anemia. More bloodwork today.
My other 2 antibiotics are Arikayce inhaled and Nuzyra (they replaced Amikacin & Imipenem). I messaged my ID about options he offered and declined Imipenem IV again, I felt terrible on that drug). I have an bronchoscopy scheduled for Dec 22nd because I can’t produce a sputum sample. I have BE too. I feel so much better not taking the Linezolid this week, except for my feet and toes.
Please share any thoughts.