Lycin Injection
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Product introduction
Lycin 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.
Lycin Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Lycin Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Lycin Injection
Benefits of Lycin Injection
In Bacterial infections
Lycin 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 Lycin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Lycin Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lycin 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
Lycin 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 Lycin Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lycin Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lycin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lycin Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lycin 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 Lycin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Lycin Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Lycin 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 Lycin 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 Lycin 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 Lycin Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Lycin 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 Lycin Injection take to work?
Usually, Lycin 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 Lycin Injection administered?
Lycin 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 Lycin Injection.
Is Lycin Injection effective?
Lycin 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.Lycin 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 Lycin Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Is Lycin Injection safe?
Lycin 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.
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Name: Wens Drugs India Pvt Ltd
Address: 411, CRYSTAL PARADISE 'THE MALL', OFF VEERA DESAI ROAD, ANDHERI WEST, MUMBAI - 400 053
Country of origin: India
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