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Compare Lincomycin vs. Clindamycin

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  • Lincomycin (Lincocin)
    Clindamycin (Cleocin)
  • Lincomycin (Lincocin)
    Clindamycin (Cleocin)

  • Summary of Lincomycin vs. Clindamycin

    Summary for Lincosamide antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Lincomycin, also known by the brand name, Lincocin, is a lincosamide antibiotic used to treat serious infections caused by certain bacteria, especially in people who are allergic to penicillin. The medication is injected into a muscle (IM) or through a vein (IV), and can also be injected into the eye for certain eye infections. Lincomycin (Lincocin) can be given once per day, but severe infections might require more frequent doses. Side effects include diarrhea (including C. diff diarrhea), nausea, and stomach pain.

    Summary for Lincosamide antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Clindamycin (Cleocin) is a lincosamide antibiotic that's used to treat many different serious bacterial infections, such as strep throat and skin infections. This antibiotic is approved for use in both adults and children. Clindamycin (Cleocin) is available as a capsule and liquid that are taken 3 or 4 times per day, depending on your age and your infection. It's also available as an injection that's given by a healthcare professional. Side effects include stomach upset, itching, and rash.

  • Indications of Lincomycin vs. Clindamycin

    Indications for
    •Treatment of serious bacterial infections in people who are allergic to penicillin
    Indications for
    •Skin infections (e.g., cellulitis)
    •Lower respiratory tract infections (e.g., pneumonia, bronchitis)
    •Stomach infections
    •Pelvic and genital tract infections
    •Bloodstream infections
    •Bone and joint infections - injection form only

  • Pros and Cons of Lincomycin vs. Clindamycin

    Pros and Const for Lincosamide antibiotic
    Pros
    •Can treat many different infections throughout the body
    •Can use in children as young as 1 month old
    •An option for people with penicillin allergy
    Cons
    •Only available as an injection
    •Need to receive multiple times per day for more severe infections
    •Causes diarrhea more frequently than other antibiotics
    Pros and Const for Lincosamide antibiotic
    Pros
    •Can treat many different infections throughout the body
    •Available as lower-cost generic capsule, liquid, and injection
    •Can take if you have a penicillin allergy
    Cons
    •Might need to take three or four times per day
    •Must take capsules with a full glass of water to prevent irritation to your esophagus (the tube that connects your throat to your stomach)
    •Risk of causing a type of infectious diarrhea

  • Common Side Effects of Lincomycin vs. Clindamycin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea
    •Nausea
    •Vomiting
    •Stomach pain
    •Rash
    •Hives
    •Dizziness
    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea
    •Nausea
    •Vomiting
    •Stomach pain
    •Skin rash
    •Itching

  • Warnings of Lincomycin vs. Clindamycin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea from Clostridioides difficile infection
    •Severe allergic reactions and skin reactions
    •Risk of gasping syndrome
    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe allergic reactions and skin reactions
    •Diarrhea from Clostridioides difficile infection
    •Development of drug-resistant bacteria

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