Lincomycin

Lincomycin is used to treat serious skin infections caused by bacteria, mainly those caused by streptococci and staphylococci resistant to other agents. It belongs to a group of antibiotics.

The drug attacks the protein production ability of the bacteria and stunts the growth, thereby inhibiting the spread of disease. You must not take this drug if you already on a dose of erythromycin or are allergic to any ingredients composing the medicine.

The medicine is injected into your body by a health expert, in a clinic. The drug contains benzyl alcohol which is completely prohibited for use in infants. The medicine has been proved to be excreted in the human milk, therefore breastfeeding mothers are not recommended to take this drug.

It may cause fatal health complications in the babies. The drug is effective only against bacteria, and cannot be used to treat infections caused by other microbes like virus, fungi etc.

There may be some serious side effects. These include allergic reactions on the skin, with rashes, redness or itching. It may also cause some temporary burning or stinging sensation of the skin, swelling of the tongue, throat or lips. You may have some respiratory discomfort and fluctuations in the heart rate. There may also be pain or redness in the site of injection.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Bacterial Infections

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Viral Infections

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Lincomycin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function. Reduction of dose are indicated. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The medicine will remain active for about 12 hours after its administration.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of the medicine will be initiated within 2 - 4 hours after its administration.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Lincomycin as ingredient

• Lincowock 1mg Injection

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Shelinc 600Mg Injection

  Windlas Biotech Ltd

• Lycin 500Mg Injection

  Wens Drugs India Pvt Ltd

• Shelinc 300Mg Injection

  Windlas Biotech Ltd

• Linco 500mg Capsule

  Drakt Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

• Link 2% w/w Gel

  Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd

• Lincowock 2mg Injection

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Liod 250mg Capsule

  Bennet Pharmaceuticals Limited

• Linco 300mg Injection

  Drakt Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

• Lines 250mg Capsule

  Glorious Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Lincomycin is an antibiotic that is used in case of serious infections and for people who are allergic to penicillin medications. It works by preventing protein synthesis by binding and stopping peptide formation. It results in two actions, where it kills the bacteria and the other where it stops bacterial growth.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  • Decreased effect with erythromycin.
  • Increased activity/toxicity of neuromuscular blocking agents.

• Interaction with Food

  Decreased absorption with food; should be administered on empty stomach with water.

• Ques : What is Lincomycin used for?

  Ans : Lincomycin is used to treat serious skin infections caused by bacteria.

• Ques : What is the onset of action of Lincomycin?

  Ans : After an oral administration of Lincomycin, it typically takes between 2 to 4 hours to show its effect, however, the onset of action of Lincomycin is approximately 30 to 60 minutes after an intravenous administration.

• Ques : What is the duration of the effect of Lincomycin?

  Ans : The effect of Lincomycin lasts between 12 to 24 hours.

• Ques : Where is Lincomycin approved?

  Ans : Lincomycin is approved in India, Japan, and the USA.

• Ques : Should Lincomycin be taken with a meal or without a meal?

  Ans : The effectiveness of Lincomycin does not depend on a meal, it can be taken either way.

• Ques : What is the half-life of Lincomycin?

  Ans : The half-life of Lincomycin is about 5.4 ± 1.0 hours.