Lincocin
Bacterial Infections
Treatment
2 FDA approvals
0 Active Studies for Lincocin
Treatment for
Bacterial Infections
What is Lincocin
Lincomycin
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Lincomycin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It was first discovered in Lincoln, Nebraska and was approved by the FDA in 1964. Lincomycin is not as effective as its semisynthetic derivative clindamycin, and therefore its use has been superseded by clindamycin.
Lincocin
is the brand name
Lincocin Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Lincocin
Lincomycin
1964
15
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Lincomycin, also called Lincocin, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses such as Serious Bacterial Infection and Bacterial Infections .
Serious Bacterial Infection
Bacterial Infections
Effectiveness
How Lincocin Affects Patients
Lincomycin is a type of antibiotic derived from a natural source. It is effective against a variety of bacteria, including many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as some other organisms. It is most commonly used to treat infections caused by Staphylococcus and Streptococcus. However, it can cause severe skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, as well as an increased risk of developing Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea (CDAD). It is important to be careful when using it in elderly patients, those with a history of gastrointestinal disease, asthma, or allergies. Lincom
How Lincocin works in the body
Lincomycin works by binding to the ribosomes of bacterial cells. It has two main parts: a sugar-like molecule, and an amino acid-like molecule. The sugar-like molecule attaches to the ribosome, and the amino acid-like molecule can rotate around it. This rotating motion helps keep the lincomycin in place and prevents bacteria from becoming resistant to it. Bacteria can become resistant by changing the shape of the ribosome, but the motion of the amino acid-like molecule helps keep the lincomycin in place and prevents the bacteria from doing this.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Lincocin is contingent upon the diagnosed condition. The dosage is determined by the mode of delivery (e.g. Injection, solution or Solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous) as given in the table underneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Bacterial Infections
, 300.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg
Injection, solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Subconjunctival, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Subconjunctival, Injection, solution, , Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Injection, solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous
Warnings
Lincocin Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Lincomycin may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Lincocin.
Common Lincocin Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen can be decreased when used in combination with Lincomycin.
Amineptine
Minor
Lincomycin may increase the neurotoxic activities of Amineptine.
Amisulpride
Minor
Lincomycin may increase the neurotoxic activities of Amisulpride.
Amitriptylinoxide
Minor
Lincomycin may increase the neurotoxic activities of Amitriptylinoxide.
Amperozide
Minor
Lincomycin may increase the neurotoxic activities of Amperozide.
Lincocin Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Taking too much lincomycin can lead to serious problems such as digestive issues, infection, and allergic reactions. Treating an overdose should involve supportive measures, as dialysis does not effectively remove the drug from the bloodstream.
Lincocin Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Lincocin?
An ongoing study is assessing the potential of Lincocin in treating Bacterial Infections.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Bacterial Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Lincocin Reviews: What are patients saying about Lincocin?
5
Patient Review
10/12/2015
Lincocin for Bacterial Infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae
5
Patient Review
4/4/2014
Lincocin for Infection caused by the Bacteria Streptococcus
3.3
Patient Review
3/8/2012
Lincocin for Bacterial Infection due to Staphylococcus
Patient Q&A Section about lincocin
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What is Lincocin used to treat?
"LINCOCIN is an antibiotic that is used to treat various bacterial infections. These include infections of the ear, throat, lungs, skin, bones, and joints. It is also used to treat infections of the blood. It will not work against viral infections such as colds or flu."
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What type of antibiotic is lincomycin?
"Lincomycin is a lincosamide antibiotic derived from Streptomyces lincolnensis. It is like clindamycin and is active against Gram-positive cocci and bacilli as well as Gram-negative cocci and some other organisms such as Haemophilus spp."
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What is the side effect of lincomycin?
"Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following after receiving this medicine: -rash -itching -hives -hoarseness -trouble breathing -trouble swallowing -swelling of your hands, face, or mouth.
This medicine may cause diarrhea, and in some cases it can be severe."
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Does lincomycin treat UTI?
"Lincomycin is not an effective antibiotic for treating Urinary Tract Infections. For more severe cases, the most effective antibiotics are those in the Aminoglycoside class, which include gentamicin, amikacin, and tobramycin."
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