Lincomycin

Uses	Serious bacterial infections
Therapy	Antibiotic
Side Effects	Diarrhoea, vaginal infection

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Lincomycin is an antibiotic used to treat infection of lungs, airways, mouth, soft tissues and skin caused by various organisms. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria further preventing its spread. Lincomycin is used when other antibiotics are ineffective. It should not be used to treat viral infections. Take this medicine at the prescribed dose for a prescribed duration at the same time for optimal benefit. Inform your doctor about all the medical conditions and medication you are currently taking. If you experience any other symptoms while on this medication, reach out to your doctor or visit a nearby clinic or hospital.

Uses

Lincomycin is used for the treatment of serious bacterial infections (bacteria are sensitive to Lincomycin), where Penicillin and other antibiotics could not be given due to allergy or resistance issues.

Contraindications

When should one not use Lincomycin

If you are allergic to Lincomycin, other similar substance or any other component of Lincomycin.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Diarrhoea
Vaginal infection
Inflamed oesophagus
Rash, itch
Swelling
Fever, pain in the joint
Inflammation of stomach

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Lincomycin crosses the placenta. However, there is limited information about the effect of this medicine on pregnancy. It is recommended not to take this medicine unless prescribed by your doctor after considering it to be safe and necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Lincomycin passes into the breastmilk and may be harmful to the baby. However, there is limited information about the effect of this medicine on nursing mothers. It is recommended not to take this medicine unless prescribed by your doctor after considering it to be safe and necessary. Inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother.

Driving

The effect of Lincomycin on driving has not been studied. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness or blurry vision, avoid driving.

Alcohol

The effect of alcohol on Lincomycin has not been studied. Usually consuming alcohol while on antibiotic decreases the effect of the medicine. Talk to your doctor if you consume it too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You had an allergic reaction.
You have a history of any medical condition such as liver, kidney, intestine.
You had or have myasthenia gravis.
You are on any other medication.
You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
You experience severe diarrhoea.
Your doctor might ask you to perform kidney and liver tests when on Lincomycin.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Lincomycin works by inhibiting the synthesis of essential bacterial proteins, stopping the growth and preventing the spread of the infection.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

The effect of medicine used as a neuromuscular blocking agent such as rocuronium, tracrium increases when used along with Lincomycin.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid interactions.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have taken too much of Lincomycin, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Lincomycin, take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, skip the missed one and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, do not stop taking Lincomycin before the prescribed duration. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. You should complete the full course of treatment, else there are chances of recurrence of an infection.

Yes, the use of Lincomycin can cause diarrhoea along with the desired effect but not everyone gets them. It is an antibiotic which kills both good and bad bacteria when good bacteria present in the intestine gets killed, it can cause diarrhoea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea, talk to your doctor about it.

Lincomycin is effective if you take it at dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking this medicine once you start feeling good, the chance of recurrence of the infection increases.

If your condition doesn't get better, even after completing the course with Lincomycin, inform your doctor about it. He might suggest another alternative.

No, Lincomycin cannot be used to treat boils. It is used to treat various bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms when other antibiotics fail to respond.

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Lincomycin

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