LINCOCIN (Lincomycin 500mg) x 12 CAPSULES.

LINCOCIN (Lincomycin 500mg) x 12 CAPSULES.
Generic name: Lincomycin.
Brand name: Pfizer.
Class: Lincosamides (Antibiotic).
Pack size: 12 capsules.
Form: Capsules.
Strength: 500 mg.
Amount: ₦‎9,000

Description: Lincocin (Lincomycin, 500mg) capsules are used to treat severe bacterial infections in patients who cannot use penicillin antibiotics. This medication is effective against a variety of bacterial infections, including those caused by staphylococci, pneumococci, and streptococci. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby stopping bacterial growth.

Key features:
• Treats severe infections, including skin and respiratory tract infections.
• Administered orally, providing convenience for patients.
• Reserved for cases where other antibiotics are ineffective or contraindicated.

Side effects:
• Common side effects include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain.

Caution:
• Use with caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis.
• Monitor for signs of severe diarrhoea and liver function during treatment.
• Not recommended for viral infections, as it is ineffective against them.