Lacom: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lacom Information

Lacom is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Bacterial Infections, Throat Infection, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Lacom has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Lacom depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lacom can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lacom are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Lacom has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lacom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Lacom is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Eczema, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lacom have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Lacom have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lacom is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Lacom Benefits & Uses
Lacom Dosage & How to Take
Lacom Side Effects
Lacom Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lacom with Other Drugs
Lacom Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lacom
Lacom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lacom Benefits & Uses

Lacom is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lacom Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Lacom Related Warnings

Is the use of Lacom safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Lacom safely.
Is the use of Lacom safe during breastfeeding?

Lacom does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lacom on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Lacom. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Lacom on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Lacom on the liver.
What is the effect of Lacom on the Heart?

You can take Lacom without any fear of damage to the heart.

Severe Interaction of Lacom with Other Drugs

Lacom should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Cholera Vaccine

Warfarin

Dichlorobenzyl alcohol

Moderate

Mild

Allopurinol

Furosemide

Probenecid

Lacom Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lacom unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Eczema
Urticaria Pigmentosa
Hives
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Cystic Fibrosis
Heart Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Lacom

Is this Lacom habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lacom has not been reported.

Lacom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lacom

Lacom may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lacom

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lacom with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Lacom

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lacom for cough?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lacom can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Lacom works?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Lacom works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lacom help in preventing cold?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Lacom does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Lacom cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Lacom does not cause sleepiness. However, if you feel or experience sleepiness or drowsiness after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Lacom?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Lacom should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 3 - 7-day course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.