Lincomycin

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Medically reviewed by Dr Rishikanth Shukla · 2026-08-04

What it is

Lincomycin is an antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections. It requires a prescription in India.

What it is used for

Lincomycin is used to treat serious infections caused by specific types of bacteria, including streptococci, pneumococci, and staphylococci.

Serious infections due to susceptible strains of streptococci, pneumococci, and staphylococci

How it works

Lincomycin works by stopping the bacteria from making proteins they need to grow and multiply. It does this by attaching to a part of the bacteria's machinery called the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome.

How it is sold in India

In India Lincomycin comes as injection, capsules, syrup, suspension and gel.

Common side effects

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See a doctor straight away if

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience Clostridioides difficile associated diarrhea, severe allergic reactions, or Benzyl Alcohol Toxicity in pediatric patients.

Who should not take it

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Brand names

54 medicines sold in India contain Lincomycin.

Brands sold in India include Link, Lincocin, Lynx, Lincozin, Lincoriv, Liod, Lincosa, Shelinc. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.

Where this comes from

We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This page is general information, not medical advice, and it is not a substitute for seeing a doctor. It carries no dosage and no prices.