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Leaflet:information for the user
Lincocin 500 mg hard capsules
lincomycin
Read the entire leaflet carefully before starting to take this medication,as it contains important information for you.
Contents of the leaflet
5 Storage of Lincocin
Lincocin is an antibiotic that belongs to the group of lincosamides.
Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections and are not effective against viral infections such as the flu or cold. It is essential to follow the instructions regarding dosage, administration, and treatment duration indicated by your doctor. Do not store or use this medication. If you have any leftover antibiotic after finishing the treatment, return it to the pharmacy for proper disposal. Do not throw away medications down the drain or in the trash. |
It is used in adults for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria in different parts of the body.
In adolescents 12 years and older, it is used for the treatment of acute sinusitis (infection in the paranasal sinuses).
Do not take Lincocin:
Warnings and precautions
Both SJS and TEN can initially appear as red, target-like patches or circular patches, often with central blisters on the torso. Additionally, ulcers may occur in the mouth, throat, nose, genitals, and eyes (red and swollen eyes). These severe eruptions are often preceded by fever or flu-like symptoms. The eruptions can progress to widespread skin peeling and potentially fatal complications.
AGEP appears as a generalized scaly red rash with bumps under the skin and blisters, accompanied by fever. The most common locations are the skin folds, trunk, and upper limbs.
If you experience a severe rash or any of these skin symptoms, stop taking this medication and inform your doctor or seek immediate medical attention.
Children and adolescents
This medication is not suitable for children under 12 years who are unable to swallow the capsules whole.
The recommended dose in adolescents 12 years and older is 30-60 mg/kg/day divided into 3 or 4 equal doses, depending on the severity of the infection. The dose should not exceed 500 mg per intake (see section 3).
The safety and efficacy in children under 1 month have not been established. No data are available.
Other medications and Lincocin hard capsules
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or may need to take any other medication.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medications:
Taking Lincocin hard capsules with food, drinks, and alcohol
To achieve optimal absorption, it is recommended not to ingest any food or drink during a period of 1 to 2 hours before or after the administration of lincomycin.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.
Pregnancy
Lincomycin crosses the placental barrier in humans. There are no sufficient and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.
Therefore, this medication should not be used during pregnancy unless it is strictly necessary.
Breastfeeding
Lincomycin is excreted in breast milk after oral or intravenous administration. Due to the potential serious adverse reactions in the infant, the use of lincomycin is contraindicated during breastfeeding.
Fertility
There are no data available on the effect of lincomycin on fertility in humans.
Driving and using machines
No studies have been conducted on the ability to drive and use machines.
Lincocin hard capsules contain lactose and sodium
This medication contains lactose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medication.
This medication contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) per hard capsule; it is essentially "sodium-free".
Follow the administration instructions of this medication exactly as indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.
Your doctor will determine the most suitable dose and treatment duration for you, according to your condition and response to treatment.
This medication is administered orally.
Adults
The recommended dose is 500 mg (1 capsule) every 6 or 8 hours, depending on the severity, location of the infection, and sensitivity of the microorganism. Your doctor will indicate the schedule to follow.
The treatment duration should be determined based on the type of infection and response and should be as short as possible, usually 7 to 14 days. In infections caused by beta-hemolytic streptococci, treatment should be maintained for at least 10 days.
Use in patients with renal insufficiency
In patients with mild or moderate renal insufficiency, it should be used with caution, considering the possibility of reducing the administration frequency.
In patients with severe renal insufficiency, the suitable dose is 25-30% of the recommended dose for patients with normal renal function.
Use in patients with hepatic insufficiency
In these patients, the possibility of reducing the administration frequency should be considered.
Use in children and adolescents
The recommended dose for adolescents 12 years and older is 30 mg/kg/day divided into 3 or 4 equal doses.
In case of more severe infections, the dose could be increased depending on the severity up to 60 mg/kg/day divided into 3 or 4 equal doses. The dose should not exceed 500 mg per intake.
The capsules should be taken whole, which should be taken into account when administering the medication. This medication is not suitable for adolescents who are unable to swallow the capsules whole.
Children from 1 month to 12 years of age
The use of this medication is not suitable for the treatment of children under 12 years.
Children under 1 month
The safety and efficacy in children under 1 month have not been established. No data are available.
If you take more Lincocin hard capsules than you should
In case of overdose, you may experience pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service at 91 562 04 20, indicating the medication and the amount ingested.
If you forget to take Lincocin hard capsules
In case of forgetting a dose, use the medication as soon as possible, continuing with the treatment as prescribed. However, if the next dose is near, it is better not to take the missed dose and wait for the next one. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed doses.
If you stop treatment with Lincocin hard capsules
If you stop treatment with this medication before your doctor recommends, the symptoms may worsen or reappear.
If you have any other questions about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medications, this medication can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them.
Frequent: may affect up to 1 in 10 people
Uncommon: may affect up to 1 in 100 people
Rare: may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people
Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from available data)
Reporting side effects
If you experience any side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Medicines and Healthcare Products Agency (AEMPS) website: www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medication.
Store below 25°C.
Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medication after the expiration date stated on the packaging after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.
Medications should not be thrown away down the drain or in the trash. Place the packaging and any unused medications in the pharmacy's SIGRE collection point. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and any unused medications. This will help protect the environment.
Composition of Lincocin hard capsules
Appearance of the product and package contents
Size 0 capsules, filled with a white powder, with a light blue opaque body marked P&U 500 and a dark blue opaque cap marked P&U, packaged in blisters.
Each package contains 24 capsules.
Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer
Marketing authorization holder
Pfizer, S.L.
Avda. de Europa 20-B
Parque Empresarial La Moraleja
28108 Alcobendas - Madrid
Spain
Manufacturer
Pfizer Italia S.r.L
Località Marino del Tronto
63100 Ascoli Piceno (AP)
Italy
Date of the last revision of thisleaflet:November 2021
Detailed and updated information on this medication is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Healthcare Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/.
The average price of LINCOCIN 500 mg HARD CAPSULES in November, 2025 is around 5.01 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the region, pharmacy, and whether a prescription is required. Always check with a local pharmacy or online source for the most accurate information.
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