Lincocin

Lincomycin capsule What does this drug do? The antibiotic LINCOMYCIN kills bacteria. Lincomycin is an antibiotic that is used to treat serious bacterial infections in people who can't take penicillin. Lincomycin is only used to treat infections that are very bad. This medicine won't help with a cold or flu because they are caused by viruses. Lincomycin can also be used for other things that aren't in this guide. What do I need to tell my doctor before taking this medicine? If you are allergic to lincomycin or clindamycin, you should not take this medicine. Antibiotics can cause the intestines to have too many bacteria that are usually harmless. This can lead to an infection that can cause diarrhea that ranges from mild to severe, even months after you've taken your last dose of antibiotics. If this problem isn't treated, it can lead to intestinal problems that could kill you. Tell your doctor if you've ever had an intestinal disorder like ulcerative colitis before you get lincomycin. People who are sick or have a disability may be more sensitive to the diarrhea that this medicine can cause. Tell your doctor if you have asthma, severe allergies, or liver or kidney disease to make sure lincomycin is safe for you. FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known if lincomycin will hurt a baby who is still in the womb. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or want to get pregnant while taking this medicine. Lincomycin can get into breast milk and could hurt a baby who is being fed by a mother. If you are breastfeeding, you shouldn't take this medicine. How do I take this medication? Lincomycin is given as an injection into a muscle or through an IV into a vein. You might be shown at home how to use an IV. Do not self-inject this medicine if you don't know how to give an injection and how to throw away used needles, IV tubing, and other items used to inject the medicine. Most of the time, lincomycin is given every 12 to 24 hours. Do what your doctor tells you to do. Use a disposable needle only once and then put it in a container that can't be punctured (ask your pharmacist where you can get one and how to dispose of it). Keep this container away from kids and animals. Use this medicine for as long as your doctor tells you to. Your symptoms could get better before the infection is gone for good. If you miss doses, you may also get more infections that can't be treated with antibiotics. If you have diarrhea during or soon after taking lincomycin, call your doctor right away. If you take this medicine for a long time, you may need to see your doctor often for tests. The health of your kidneys and liver may also need to be checked. If you keep this medicine at home, keep it at room temperature and keep it away from heat and moisture. What if I forget to take one? Since lincomycin is usually given by a doctor or nurse, you probably won't miss a dose. If you miss a dose of lincomycin at home, call your doctor to find out what to do. What could go wrong if I take this medicine? Other drugs, like prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products, may interact with lincomycin. Tell each of your health care providers about all the medicines you take now and any you start or stop taking. What are the possible side effects of this medicine? If you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction, you should see a doctor right away: hives; trouble breathing; face, lips, tongue, or throat swelling. Stop taking lincomycin and call your doctor right away if you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody. Also, call your doctor right away if you don't urinate much or at all, if you have blisters or ulcers in your mouth, red or swollen gums, or if you have trouble swallowing. You should also call your doctor right away if you feel suddenly weak or sick, if you have a fever, chills, swollen glands, a cough, or if you have trouble breathing. If you have joint pain, skin sores, a Common side effects include feeling sick, throwing up, having a swollen or painful tongue, itching or discharge in the vaginal area, itching in the rectal area, mild itching or a skin rash, ringing in the ears, or feeling dizzy or like you're spinning. This isn't a full list of all possible side effects, and there may be others. What should I keep an eye out for while I'm taking this medicine? Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine (loperamide, Imodium, Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol, etc) unless your doctor tells you to. Trying to stop antibiotic-caused diarrhea can make this condition worse. How do I store this medicine? Keep at room temperature and away from heat and moisture.