Lincodec 50 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lincodec Information

Lincodec is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Anemia. Other than this, Lincodec has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Lincodec depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Lincodec also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Fluid Retention. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lincodec as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Lincodec are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Lincodec has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lincodec has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lincodec related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Lincodec have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Lincodec may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Lincodec is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Lincodec Benefits & Uses
Lincodec Dosage & How to Take
Lincodec Side Effects
Lincodec Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lincodec with Other Drugs
Lincodec Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lincodec
Lincodec Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lincodec Benefits & Uses

Lincodec is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Lincodec Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Geriatric	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Adult	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose for anemia with chronic kidney failure patient

Lincodec Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lincodec is used -

Severe

Hoarse voice

Moderate

Increased haemoglobin in the blood
Masculinization in female
Enlargement of the clitoris
Decreased level of thyroid hormones in neonates
Increased Libido

Mild

Acne
Itching or burning
Liver Function Abnormal

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Fluid Retention

Lincodec Related Warnings

Is the use of Lincodec safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lincodec. If you are pregnant, do not take Lincodec without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lincodec safe during breastfeeding?

Lincodec may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Lincodec, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Lincodec.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lincodec on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lincodec on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lincodec on the Liver?

Side effects of Lincodec rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lincodec on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Lincodec. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Lincodec with Other Drugs

Lincodec should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Anastrozole

Mild

Thyroxine

Lincodec Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lincodec unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Porphyria
Diabetes Type 1
Heart Disease
Migraine

Frequently asked Questions about Lincodec

Is this Lincodec habit forming or addictive?

Lincodec can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Lincodec does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lincodec should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Lincodec is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lincodec Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lincodec

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Lincodec with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lincodec

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lincodec and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lincodec

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Lincodec raise testosterone levels?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Lincodec does not raise the testosterone levels. In fact, it may suppress the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis and decrease the synthesis of endogenous testosterone.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Lincodec?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Lincodec should be given by a nurse or a doctor. Lincodec is available in the form of an injection and it is injected deep into the muscle tissue of buttocks, upper legs or upper arms. The dose of the injection is decided by the doctor as per the condition of the patient.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I develop allergic reaction to Lincodec?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, one may develop an allergic reaction to Lincodec. One may get a rash, itch, develop difficulty in breathing, develop swelling on face, lips, and throat, etc. If you develop any of these side effects, please speak to your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Lincodec associated with any psychological effects?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, use of Lincodec may be associated with several psychological effects like depression, aggression, mood swings, psychosis, addiction, withdrawal, and dependency disorders. If you suffer from any of these disorders, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

How is Lincodec helpful in hypogonadism?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Low levels of testosterone represent a condition in males known as hypogonadism. Lincodec might be helpful in hypogonadism as testosterone replacement therapy because it is a synthetic analog of the naturally occurring testosterone which works in almost similarly to natural testosterone in the body.