₨ 90.00
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LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Lincomycin (HCl):500mg
- Manufactured by : Medisearch Pharmacal (PVT) LTD
- Drug Strength : 500mg
- Drug Form : Capsule
- Pack Size : 12s
- Product SKU : dis_17475
Lincomycin (HCl):500mg | Clindamycin and similar types
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Medisearch Product Form : CapsulePack Size : 12sIngredients : Lincomycin (HCl):500mgGeneric Category : Clindamycin and similar types
How it works
LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s works by inhibiting the protein synthesis which is essential for the bacteria to grow.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness when getting up suddenly from a sitting position
- Fast heartbeat
- Skin rash and itching
- Yellow colored eyes or skin
- Ringing or buzzing in the ears
- Hearing impairment
- Pain at the injection site
Uses of LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s
What is it prescribed for?
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Bacterial infections
LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s is used in the treatment of severe infections caused by streptococci, pneumococci, and staphylococci bacteria.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The peak levels of this medicine can be observed in 2 to 4 hours after an oral dose and 30 to 60 minutes after an intramuscular dose.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 to 24 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s or Clindamycin.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea
Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhoea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority and avoid usage of LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s in such cases.
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Gasping syndrome
Benzyl alcohol which is an ingredient of the LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s injection has been associated with "Gasping Syndrome" in paediatrics patients, which is characterised by multi-system failure. The risk depends on the quantity administered and the liver function. Premature and low-birth-weight infants are at increased risk of developing the gasping syndrome.
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Liver and kidney disease
LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease. The dose should be reduced to 25% to 30% of the normal dosage in severe kidney disease conditions (CrCl less than 10 mL/min). Close monitoring of kidney and liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost the time for your next dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Erythromycin moderate
- Ethinyl Estradiol moderate
- Live attenuated vaccines and related products severe
General Instructions
Take LINCOSOFT 500mg Capsule 12s as instructed by the doctor. Do not take larger quantities than prescribed. It should be used only in severe infectious conditions. Discontinue the medicine if persistent diarrhoea occurs. Close monitoring of liver and kidney function is necessary while receiving the medicine.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Lincomycin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/lincomycin-526-api [cited 4 october 2019]. 5 Jan 2018
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - Lincomycin [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=61f4851d-d919-400d-912a-05eb9dca11d4#LINK_ba4a4806-d761-4b46-97ff-f604f1373d42 [cited 4 october 2019]. July 12, 2019
- drugbank.ca - Lincomycin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01627 [cited 4 october 2019]. September 02, 2019
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