Lincost

Composition for Lincost Products

Lincomycin

Lincost Products are primarily used for

Bacterial infections

About Lincost Products

Uses of Lincost Products

Lincomycin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in infections of the skin such as acne (Pimples), abdomen, bone, skin, heart and soft tissues. It also used in post-operative infections.

Lincost Products side effects

Severe

Side Effects of Lincost are Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Diarrhea, Skin rash, Dizziness, Itching, Ringing in ear, Vertigo, Glossitis (tongue inflammation), Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Abdominal pain, Vaginal infection, Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets), Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Aplastic anemia, Anaphylactic reaction, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Jaundice, Abnormal liver function tests, Urticaria, Sleepiness, Injection site reaction, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Renal impairment, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Pseudomembranous colitis, Thrombocytopenic purpura, Low urine output, Protein in urine, Bullous dermatoses (skin disease characterized by presence of blisters), Exfoliative dermatitis, Clostridium difficile colitis.

How Lincost Products work

Lincomycin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

Patient Concerns about Lincost Products

Frequently asked questions about Lincost Products

Frequently asked questions about Lincomycin

Q. How long does Lincost 500mg Capsule take to work?
Usually, Lincost 500mg Capsule starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Lincost 500mg Capsule?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Is Lincost 500mg Capsule effective?
Lincost 500mg Capsule is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.Lincost 500mg Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Lincost 500mg Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can I stop taking Lincost 500mg Capsule when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Lincost 500mg Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Lincost 500mg Capsule cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Lincost 500mg Capsule can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Is Lincost 500mg Capsule safe?
Lincost 500mg Capsule is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.
Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 25th Apr 2023.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.
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