Comparative Study of NXL103 Versus Linezolid in Adults With Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI)

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with acute bacterial skin and skin structure infection (ABSSSI) with at least 3 signs or symptoms Exclusion Criteria: * Uncomplicated acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections * ABSSSI suspected or proven to be due to Gram negative and/or anaerobic pathogens * Pregnant or lactating women * Inadequately controlled diabetes mellitus * Inadequately controlled arterial hypertension * Moderate-to-severe renal impairment * Moderate-to-severe liver disease * Conditions associated with immunodeficiency * Known hypersensitivity or any contraindication for the use of any of the 2 study drugs