Drug reference
lincomycin
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Miscellaneous(Anti Bacterial))
Mechanism of action
Suppresses protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosome, which in turn affects the process of peptide initiation and causes bacterial cell death.
Common side effects
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Tenesmus
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is lincomycin?
lincomycin belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does lincomycin work?
Suppresses protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosome, which in turn affects the process of peptide initiation and causes bacterial cell death.
What are the common side effects of lincomycin?
Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Tenesmus, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea
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