Licomine
Composition for Licomine Products
Licomine Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Licomine
Licomine Syrup
bottle of 60 ml Syrup
MRP₹33.75
Substitute brands for Licomine
About Licomine Products
Uses of Licomine Products
Lincomycin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in infections of the skin such as acne (Pimples), abdomen, bone, skin, heart and soft tissues. It also used in post-operative infections.
Licomine Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Licomine are Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Diarrhea, Skin rash, Dizziness, Itching, Ringing in ear, Vertigo, Glossitis (tongue inflammation), Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Abdominal pain, Vaginal infection, Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets), Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Aplastic anemia, Anaphylactic reaction, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Jaundice, Abnormal liver function tests, Urticaria, Sleepiness, Injection site reaction, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Renal impairment, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Pseudomembranous colitis, Thrombocytopenic purpura, Low urine output, Protein in urine, Bullous dermatoses (skin disease characterized by presence of blisters), Exfoliative dermatitis, Clostridium difficile colitis.
How Licomine Products work
Lincomycin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
In Depth Information for Licomine Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Licomine to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before you start treatment with this antibiotic.
- Stop taking Licomine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Patient Concerns about Licomine Products
Frequently asked questions about Licomine Products
Q. How long does Licomine Syrup take to work?
Usually, Licomine Syrup starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Licomine Syrup?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Is Licomine Syrup effective?
Licomine Syrup is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.Licomine Syrup is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Licomine Syrup too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can I stop taking Licomine Syrup when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Licomine Syrup and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Licomine Syrup cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Licomine Syrup can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Is Licomine Syrup safe?
Licomine Syrup is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.