Linco 300 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Linco 300 Mg Injection Information

Linco 300 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections.

The correct dosage of Linco 300 Mg Injection 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Linco 300 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Linco 300 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Linco 300 Mg Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Linco 300 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Linco 300 Mg Injection related warnings section.

The section on Linco 300 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Linco 300 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Linco 300 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Linco 300 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Linco 300 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Linco 300 Mg Injection 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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose for sever conditions
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose should not exceed 600 mg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose should not exceed 600 mg/day
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose should not exceed 600 mg/day

Linco 300 Mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Linco 300 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Linco may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Linco, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Linco 300 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Linco. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Linco 300 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Linco rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Linco 300 Mg Injection on the Liver?

Linco is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Linco 300 Mg Injection on the Heart?

Linco is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Linco 300 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

Linco 300 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Codeine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Paracetamol,Codeine

Erythromycin

Chloramphenicol

Linco 300 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Linco 300 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Linco 300 Mg Injection

Is this Linco 300 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Linco 300 Mg Injection does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Linco 300 Mg Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Linco 300 Mg Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Linco 300 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Linco 300 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Linco 300 Mg Injection

Taking Linco 300 Mg Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Linco 300 Mg Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Linco 300 Mg Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Linco 300 Mg Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Linco without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Linco is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Linco without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Linco have penicillin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Linco does not have penicillin. It contains lincomycin which is a macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamide and it has a narrow spectrum antibiotic which is active against a few gram-positive bacteria that are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Linco contain penicillin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Linco does not contains penicillin. It contains lincomycin which is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamide and it has a narrow spectrum antibiotic that active against gram-positive bacteria only that are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Linco safe to use?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Linco is safe to use, if it is used in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as nausea and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Linco cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Linco can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this. Please consult your doctor if feel excessive stomach upset after taking this medicine.