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Lincoject 10% w/v Solution for Injection

Active ingredient: Lincomycin

Form

Injection

Species

Cats Dogs Pigs

Manufacturer

Norbrook Laboratories Limited

VMD MA No.

02000/4183

What it's used for

In dogs and cats, Lincoject is recommended for the treatment of infections caused by Lincomycin susceptible Gram-positive organisms, particularly streptoco...

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Clinical information

Lincoject 10% w/v Solution for Injection — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

In dogs and cats, Lincoject is recommended for the treatment of infections
caused by Lincomycin susceptible Gram-positive organisms, particularly
streptococci and staphylococci and certain Gram-negative anaerobic bacteria
(e.g. Bacteroides, Fusobacterium species).
Lincoject is recommended for treatment of the following conditions in dogs
and cats: Tonsillitis, laryngitis and other respiratory tract infections;
abscesses, infected wounds and purulent dermatitis; septicaemia.
In pigs, Lincoject is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by
Lincomycin susceptible Gram-positive organisms (e.g. staphylococci,
streptococci), certain Gram-negative anaerobic organisms (e.g.
(Treponema) hyodysenteriae, Bacteroids, Fusobacterium and Mycoplasma
species).

Revised: April 2022
AN: 02799/2021
Lincoject is recommended for treatment of the following conditions in pigs:
Swine dysentry, enzootic or mycoplasmal pneumonia, septic arthritis, foot
abscesses.

Lincoject is indicated for intravenous and intramuscular administration to dogs
and cats and intramuscular administration to pigs.
CATS AND DOGS:
Intramuscularly: 22 mg/kg of bodyweight once daily or 11 mg/kg every
12 hours.
Intravenously: 11 to 22 mg/kg one or two times per day by slow intravenous
injection.
PIGS:
Intramuscularly: 4.5 to 11 mg/kg of bodyweight once daily.
To ensure the correct dosage, bodyweight should be determined as
accurately as possible to avoid underdosing.

The use of Lincoject is not recommended in species other than the cat, dog
and pig. Lincosamides may cause fatal enterocolitis in horses, rabbits and
rodents and diarrhoea and reduced milk production in cattle.
Lincoject should not be given to animals with a known pre-existing monilial
infection.
Not to be used in animals hypersensitive to Lincomycin

The intramuscular administration of Lincoject to pigs at higher levels than
recommended may result in diarrhoea and loose stools.

When treating groups of pigs, the use of a multiple dose syringe is
recommended. To refill the syringe, the use of a draw-off needle is
recommended to avoid excessive broaching of the stopper.

Special precautions for use in animals
Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
Practice aseptic injection techniques.
Use of the product should be based on susceptibility testing of the bacteria
isolated from the animal. If this is not possible, therapy should be based on
local epidemiological information.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the
veterinary medicinal product to animals
Avoid contact with the product. In case of accidental eye or skin contact,
wash off the affected area thoroughly with water.

Not compatible with penicillin and erythromycin if used concurrently.

Revised: April 2022
AN: 02799/2021

Do not store above 25°C. Protect from light.
Following withdrawal of the first dose use the product within 28 days. Discard
unused product.

Animals must not be slaughtered for human consumption during treatment.
Pigs (Meat): 3 days
5.

This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.