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How to Take Lincomycin and it's Dose


It comes in various forms such as injection, syrup, capsules, gel to be taken as directed by a physician.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult: PO- Serious anaerobic infections- 500 mg 3-4 times/day.
IV- Serious anaerobic infections- 0.6-1 g 2-3 times/day. Max: 8 g/day.
IM- Serious anaerobic infections- 600 mg 1-2 times/day. Max: 8 g/day.
Topical- Acne- As 2% gel: Apply as directed.
Subconjunctival- Serious anaerobic infections- in dose equiv to 75 mg.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Lincomycin

This medication is a lincosamide antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Lincomycin

India :


International :


Lincocin
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