Lincofin 300mg Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Lincofin 300mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that fights bacteria and is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), stomach, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart.
Lincofin 300mg Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Lincofin 300mg Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Lincofin Injection
Benefits of Lincofin Injection
In Bacterial infections
Lincofin 300mg Injection is a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body. It is injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of lungs (pneumonia), stomach, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.
This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
How to use Lincofin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Lincofin 300mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lincofin 300mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lincofin 300mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lincofin 300mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lincofin 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lincofin 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lincofin 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lincofin 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver function tests are advisable if you have to take this medicine for a long time.
Liver function tests are advisable if you have to take this medicine for a long time.
What if you forget to take Lincofin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Lincofin 300mg Injection, consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Lincofin 300mg Injection
₹9.5/Injection
Lynx Injection
Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹18.69/injection
97% costlier
Linco 300mg Injection
Drakt Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
₹9.38/injection
1% cheaper
Lincocin 300mg Injection
Pfizer Ltd
₹225/injection
2268% costlier
Lincobest 300mg Injection
Mankind Pharma Ltd
₹14.68/injection
55% costlier
Lycin Injection
Wens Drugs India Pvt Ltd
₹15.95/injection
68% costlier
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Lincofin 300mg Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before you start treatment with this antibiotic.
- Stop taking Lincofin 300mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Lincosamide antibiotics
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Lincosamides
Patient concerns
FAQs
What if I don't get better after using Lincofin 300mg Injection?
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.
Can the use of Lincofin 300mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Lincofin 300mg Injection 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.
How long does Lincofin 300mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Lincofin 300mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
How is Lincofin 300mg Injection administered?
Lincofin 300mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Lincofin 300mg Injection.
Is Lincofin 300mg Injection effective?
Lincofin 300mg Injection 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.Lincofin 300mg Injection 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 Lincofin 300mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Is Lincofin 300mg Injection safe?
Lincofin 300mg Injection 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.
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 801.
- DailyMed. Lincomycin. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Lincomycin. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Staunch Biotech
Address: 118/286, Agarwal Farm, Mansarover, Jaipur 302020.
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
28 people viewed this recentlyMRP
₹9.5
Inclusive of all taxes
1.0 ml in 1 vial
SOLD OUT