Lineca Tablet

Short Description

Lineca Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, skin, and soft tissue infections.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Lineca Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. You should take it regularly as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen. The most common side effects of Lineca Tablet include vomiting, headache, nausea, decreased blood cell counts, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lineca Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Lineca Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Side Effects

Vomiting Headache Nausea Decreased blood cell counts Diarrhea

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lineca Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Lineca Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Lineca Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Amitriptyline Amoxapine Citalopram Clomipramine

Lineca Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Avoid taking excessive cheese, processed meats, alcohol, or soy sauce while taking this medication as these may cause an excessive rise in your blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you develop fever, shortness of breath, or any changes in your vision. Do not take it for more than 14 days without consulting your doctor.