Lincomycine Creat 500 mg

Indication

Lincomycin is an antibacterial for systemic use, used to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria, including ear-nose-throat, bronchopulmonary, oral (stomatological), skin, genital, bone and joint, post-surgical abdominal and septicaemic infections.

Ingredients

• Lincomycin 500 mg per capsule

Direction

Oral route; prescription only — follow the prescribed dose. Usual adult dose: 3 to 4 capsules (1.5–2 g) per day in 3 divided doses depending on severity. Children over 30 days: 30–60 mg/kg/day. Swallow capsules whole with a large glass of water, away from meals (no food 1–2 hours before and after each dose).

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• nausea
• vomiting or abdominal pain
• Severe or persistent diarrhoea (possible antibiotic
• associated colitis) — stop and see a doctor
• Skin rash
• itching or other allergic reactions
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist if any side effect is troublesome or persists
• and stop use if an allergic reaction occurs.

Precautions

• Do not take if you are allergic to lincomycin or clindamycin.
• Use only on medical prescription and complete the full course as prescribed.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or a history of bowel disease (colitis).
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.