Lynx 500mg Tablet OD
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Product introduction
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD is an antibiotic medicine that fights bacteria and is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), throat, stomach, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, and teeth.
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Lynx Tablet
Benefits of Lynx Tablet
In Bacterial infections
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD is a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of lungs (pneumonia), stomach, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, teeth, and throat.
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 Lynx Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lynx 500mg Tablet OD is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Lynx 500mg Tablet OD does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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 Lynx 500mg Tablet OD alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lynx 500mg Tablet OD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- 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 Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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
How long does Lynx 500mg Tablet OD take to work?
Usually, Lynx 500mg Tablet OD starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
What if I don't get better after using Lynx 500mg Tablet OD?
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.
Is Lynx 500mg Tablet OD effective?
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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.Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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 Lynx 500mg Tablet OD too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Can I stop taking Lynx 500mg Tablet OD when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Lynx 500mg Tablet OD and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can the use of Lynx 500mg Tablet OD cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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.
Is Lynx 500mg Tablet OD safe?
Lynx 500mg Tablet OD 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: Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., 3rd Floor, Dempo Trade Centre Bldg., Patto Plaza, EDC Complex, Panaji 403001, Goa, India.
Country of origin: India
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