BIOCINE (Lincomycin 500mg) 2×10 CAPSULES.
Generic Name: Lincomycin.
Brand Name: Biocine
Classification: Antibiotic, Lincosamide.
Pack Size: 2×10 Capsules.
Strength: 500mg per capsule.
Amount: ₦3,000.

Description: Biocine is a prescription medication containing lincomycin hydrochloride, a lincosamide antibacterial used to treat infections caused by susceptible gram-positive aerobes and anaerobic bacteria.

Key Features:
• Indications: Effective against infections such as bone and joint infections, skin and soft tissue infections, upper and lower respiratory infections, sepsis, endocarditis, and bacillary dysentery.
• Dosage: Adults: 500mg three times daily; Children: 30mg/kg/day in 3 to 4 equal doses.
• Presentation: Available as capsules, syrup, and sterile solution.

Side Effects:
• Common: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and allergic reactions.
• Rare: Severe skin reactions, prolonged use leading to second infections, and interactions with erythromycin.

Caution:
• Contraindications: Known sensitivity to lincomycin or clindamycin.
• Warnings: Use with caution in the elderly and avoid in newborns and infants due to potential serious side effects.