SPL Set ID: c401f1a8-cc37-461b-bfef-f2e156629bf8

Linezolid injection contains linezolid, which is a synthetic antibacterial agent of the oxazolidinone class. The chemical name for linezolid is ( S )- N -[[3-[3-Fluoro-4-(4-morpholinyl)phenyl]-2-oxo-5-oxazolidinyl] methyl]-acetamide. The empirical formula is C 16 H 20 FN 3 O 4 . Its molecular weight is 337.35, and its chemical structure is represented below: Linezolid injection is supplied as a ready-to-use sterile isotonic solution for intravenous infusion. Each container contains 600 mg of linezolid in 300 mL of a clear, colorless to slightly yellow aqueous solution. Inactive ingredients include: citric acid anhydrous USP 1.92 mg/mL, sodium chloride USP 9 mg/mL, sodium hydroxide NF 0.76 mg/mL, and water for injection USP. Sodium hydroxide NF and/or hydrochloric acid NF are used to adjust the pH. The sodium (Na + ) content is 3.98 mg/mL (52 mEq/300 mL container). Chemical Structure