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Lynx Injection 1ml is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lynx Injection 1ml. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lynx Injection 1ml can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lynx Injection 1ml go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lynx Injection 1ml is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lynx Injection 1ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lynx Injection 1ml related warnings section.
The section on Lynx Injection 1ml contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Lynx Injection 1ml may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Lynx Injection 1ml, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lynx Injection 1ml 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lynx Injection 1ml is used -
Unknown
Is the use of Lynx Injection 1ml safe for pregnant women?
Lynx can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lynx right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lynx Injection 1ml safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lynx. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Lynx Injection 1ml on the Kidneys?
Lynx rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lynx Injection 1ml on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Lynx on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Lynx Injection 1ml on the Heart?
Lynx is not harmful for the heart.
Lynx Injection 1ml 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 Lynx Injection 1ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lynx Injection 1ml habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lynx Injection 1ml is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lynx Injection 1ml, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lynx Injection 1ml can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lynx Injection 1ml only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lynx Injection 1ml is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lynx Injection 1ml
Taking Lynx Injection 1ml with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lynx Injection 1ml
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lynx Injection 1ml with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Lynx on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Lynx is a brand name of lincomycin and it is available in the form of tablet, capsule, injection, gel, and cream. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as a lincosamide antibiotic. It is used for the treatment of serious or severe infection due to susceptible strains of streptococci, pneumococci, and staphylococci. It is also used to treat ear, throat and lung infections, skin infections, bone and joint infections, and infections of the blood.
No, Lynx 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, Lynx can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use patch test to determine whether you are allergic to Lynx as well or not.
Take Lynx as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take or use this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
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)