Lincocin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lincocin Information

Lincocin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Injection. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lincocin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lincocin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Lincocin 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 Lincocin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lincocin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lincocin related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lincocin contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Lincocin have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lincocin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Lincocin Benefits & Uses

Lincocin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Lincocin 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

Lincocin Related Warnings

Is the use of Lincocin safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Lincocin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Lincocin. Immediately discontinue Lincocin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lincocin on the Kidneys?

Lincocin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lincocin on the Liver?

Lincocin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lincocin on the Heart?

Using Lincocin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lincocin with Other Drugs

Lincocin 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

Lincocin Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Lincocin

Is this Lincocin habit forming or addictive?

Lincocin does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lincocin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lincocin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Lincocin for mental disorders.

No

Lincocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lincocin

Taking Lincocin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lincocin

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lincocin

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lincocin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Lincocin if i am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Lincocin can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use patch test to determine whether you are allergic to Lincocin as well or not.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Lincocin safe to use?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Lincocin 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 over 5 years ago

Does Lincocin treat sinus infection?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lincocin can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Lincocin work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Lincocin contain lincomycin, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform a vital activity. Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and treats bacterial infections.