What is lincomycin?
Lincomycin is an antibiotic that fights serious infections caused by bacteria. Lincomycin is used to treat severe bacterial infections in people who cannot receive penicillin antibiotics. Lincomycin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.What should I discuss with my health care provider before receiving lincomycin? You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to lincomycin or clindamycin (Cleocin). Before receiving lincomycin, tell your doctor if you have: • asthma or allergies; • a stomach or intestinal disorder, such as colitis; • liver or kidney disease; or • epilepsy or other seizure disorder. If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to receive lincomycin, or you may need a dose adjustment or special tests during treatment. FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Lincomycin can pass into breast milk and
Lincomycin is an antibiotic that fights serious infections caused by bacteria. Lincomycin is used to treat severe bacterial infections in people who cannot receive penicillin antibiotics. Lincomycin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. What should I discuss with my health care provider before receiving lincomycin? You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to lincomycin or clindamycin (Cleocin). Before receiving lincomycin, tell your doctor if you have: · asthma or allergies; · a stomach or intestinal disorder, such as colitis; · liver or kidney disease; or · epilepsy or other seizure disorder. If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to receive lincomycin, or you may need a dose adjustment or special tests during treatment. FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Lincomycin can pass into breast milk an
Lincomycin is an antibiotic that fights serious infections caused by bacteria. Lincomycin is used to treat severe bacterial infections in people who cannot receive penicillin antibiotics. Lincomycin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. Back to Top What are the possible side effects of lincomycin? Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Tell your caregivers right away if you have any of these serious side effects: • diarrhea that is watery or bloody; • urinating less than usual or not at all; • fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; • severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash; • feeling like you might pass out; • easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness; or • white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips. Less serious side effects include: • nausea, vomiting; • swollen or painful tongue; • vaginal itching or disch
