LINCOMYCIN

Indications & Dose:

 URI, LRTI, skin infections, septicaemia caused by Staph aureus & streptococcus, bone & joint infection including acute hematogenous osteomyelitis.

DOSE

Adults: Oral: 500mg 3-4 times daily., i.m: 600mg 12-24 hours., i.v: 600mg-1g 8-12 hours.

Children: Oral: >1 month age: 30-60mg/kg/day in 3-4 doses., i.m: >1 month age: 10mg/kg every 12-24 hours., i.v.: 10-20mg/kg/day infused in divided doses

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity. 

Side Effects:

Cautions:

Precautions:

Interaction:

Neuromuscular blocking agents : Use with cautions since actions of these agents are enhanced.

Kaolin : Reduced Gl absorption of lincomycin.

Warnings:

Adverse Effects:

Same as clindamycin

Lactations:

Special Precautions:

During prolonged therapy perform liver and kidney function tests, blood counts.

Counselling:

Side Effects Or Adverse Reactions:

Patient And Carer Advice: