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linezolid · Medicine question

What is the average elimination half-life of linezolid?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

The elimination half-life of linezolid averages about 5–7 hours.

Sources for this answer

Zyvox 2 mg/ml Solution for InfusionPfizer Limited · emc · SmPC §5.2 Pharmacokinetic properties · Version 8Document updated 1 April 2026

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