Abstract

Background: Hyponatremia is a common electrolyte abnormality in the setting of the intensive care unit. Critically ill patients often have multiple factors making them susceptible to hyponatremia. The syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) secretion is one of the main causes of euvolemic hyponatremia and is often associated with medications. Linezolid is a potent antibiotic against resistant Gram-positive microorganisms. Some studies report an association between hyponatremia and linezolid.

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