Understanding Why is linezolid a last resort?
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Linezolid is classified by the World Health Organization as critically important for human medicine, yet its use is strategically limited. So, **why is linezolid a last resort**? The answer lies in a balance between its powerful efficacy against drug-resistant Gram-positive bacteria, such as MRSA and VRE, and its significant potential for serious adverse effects and the risk of fostering further antimicrobial resistance.