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(Lincocin) lincomycin hydrochloride

Pharmacy Author: Omudhome Ogbru, PharmD

Omudhome Ogbru, PharmD

Dr. Ogbru received his Doctorate in Pharmacy from the University of the Pacific School of Pharmacy in 1995. He completed a Pharmacy Practice Residency at the University of Arizona/University Medical Center in 1996. He was a Professor of Pharmacy Practice and a Regional Clerkship Coordinator for the University of the Pacific School of Pharmacy from 1996-99.
Medical and Pharmacy Editor: Charles Patrick Davis, MD, PhD

Charles Patrick Davis, MD, PhD

Dr. Charles "Pat" Davis, MD, PhD, is a board certified Emergency Medicine doctor who currently practices as a consultant and staff member for hospitals. He has a PhD in Microbiology (UT at Austin), and the MD (Univ. Texas Medical Branch, Galveston). He is a Clinical Professor (retired) in the Division of Emergency Medicine, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, and has been the Chief of Emergency Medicine at UT Medical Branch and at UTHSCSA with over 250 publications.

What brand names are available for lincomycin?

Lincocin is the brand name available for lincomycin.

Is this drug available in generic form?

Yes, lincomycin is available in generic form.

Do I need a prescription for this medication?

Yes, you need a prescription from your doctor or other health care professional for Lincocin.

What else should I know about this drug?

What preparations of lincomycin-oral are available?

Lincomycin is available in 300mg/ml sterile, injection form. It is available in 2 ml and 10 ml vials used for intramuscular and intravenous administration.

How should I keep lincomycin-oral stored?

Store lincomycin at room temperature between 20 C to 25 C (68 F to 77 F).

Is this drug safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

There are no adequate studies done on lincomycin to determine safe and effective use in pregnant women.
Lincomycin may be excreted in small amounts in breast milk. Therefore, caution should be exercised before using it in nursing mothers. To avoid the potential harm to nursing infants, a decision should be made whether to discontinue drug or discontinue nursing before using in nursing mothers.

REFERENCE: FDA Prescribing Information.

Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 5/26/2017

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