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Lines is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Lines depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Lines is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Is the use of Lines safe for pregnant women?
Lines may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lines again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lines safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lines. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Lines on the Kidneys?
Lines has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lines on the Liver?
Side effects of Lines rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lines on the Heart?
Lines is completely safe for the heart.
Lines should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lines unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lines habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lines.
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 Lines can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Lines is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lines in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lines
You can take Lines with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lines
Information about the interaction of Lines and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Lines can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use patch test to determine whether you are allergic to Lines as well or not.
Lines 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.
Yes, Lines is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples) caused by bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes). The topical preparation of Lines has to be applied a thin layer on the affected area once daily or as advised by your doctor.
No, Lines 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.
Yes, Lines 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 757
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lincocin® (lincomycin)