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Link, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Gel. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Link. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Link side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Link normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Link has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Link related warnings talks about Link's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Link contraindications section.
Besides this, Link may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Link is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Link 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Link safe for pregnant women?
Link can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Link right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Link safe during breastfeeding?
Link can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Link on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Link on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Link on the Liver?
Link has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Link on the Heart?
You can take Link without any fear of damage to the heart.
Link 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 Link unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Link habit forming or addictive?
Link does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Link. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Link only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Link in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Link
It is safe to take Link with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Link
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Link.
Yes, Link can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use patch test to determine whether you are allergic to Link as well or not.
No, Link is not a macrolide antibiotic. It contains lincomycin that belongs to the class of drugs known as lincosamide antibiotic. Link is mainly used to treat severe or serious infection of the various body part.
Yes, Link is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples) caused by bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes). The topical preparation of Link has to be applied a thin layer on the affected area once daily or as advised by your doctor.
Yes, Link 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.
No, Link 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.
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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)
