Lincocin 500mg capsule

Expert Advice

• Take this medication 1-2 hours prior to your meal.
• Take this medication with full glass of water.
• If you get symptoms like diarrhea that lasts for more than 3 days, skin rash, shortness of breath, contact your prescriber.

Primary Uses

Bacterial Infections

Indications

This medication is used for treating bacterial infections caused by gram-positive bacteria.

Side Effects

The patients being administered with this medication may experience persistent diarrhea, colitis (inflammation of the colon) in which case the patient must discontinue medicine immediately.

Contraindications

This medication is contraindicated in patients with sensitivity to the medication.

FAQS

Can this medication cure viral infection?

No, this medication cannot cure viral infections such as cold and flu.

What is Lincomycin classified as?

Lincomycin is an antibiotic classified as a member of the lincosamide class.

How to store this medication?

Please store this medicine at room temperature (20-25 Celsius) or refrigerate (below 10 C) depending on the medicine type and manufacturer. Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

Does this medication make the immune system weak?

Yes, as this medication cannot differentiate between good and bad bacteria and kill both.

Can I take this medication with milk?

Dairy (milk, cheese) products can affect the function of medication. consult your doctor prescriber before taking this medication with milk.