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Lincomycin
Synonym(s): Lincosamide antibiotic
Introduction
In the UK, Lincomycin is classified as category C (Caution) by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
Name
- Lincomycin.
Class of drug
- Lincosamide antibiotic.
Description
Chemical name
- (2S-trans)-methyl 6,8-dideoxy-6-[[(1-methyl-4-propyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)carbonyl]amino]-1-thio-D-erythro-alpha-D-galacto-octopyranoside.
Molecular formula
- C18H34N2O6S.
Physical properties
- Intramammary tubes.
Storage requirements
- <25°C.
- Protect from freezing.
- Protect from light.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed Papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
Other sources of information
- Bishop Y (2005) Ed The Veterinary Formulary. 6th edn. Pharmaceutical Press. ISBN: 0-85369-579-2.
- European Medicines Agency (online) Categorisation of Antibiotics for Use in Animals for Prudent and Responsible Use. Website: www.ema.europa.eu (pdf download).
Organisation(s)
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk.