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Overview
TIGECYCLINE is a Schedule H antibiotic.Tigecycline is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.Tigecycline is used to treat many different bacterial infections of the skin or the digestive system, as well as pneumonia.It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections. Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.
Usage
TIGECYCLINE is generally used to treat: Pneumonia, Bacterial InfectionTIGECYCLINE can address symptoms like: Cough, Fever, Chills, Difficulty Breathing, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of Appetite, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)Precautions
- You should not use tigecycline if you are allergic to tigecycline.
- Do not use tigecycline if you are pregnant.
- Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Do not give yourself this medicine if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used.
- Tigecycline is a powder medicine that must be mixed with a liquid in an IV bag before using it.
- Prepare your dose only when you are ready to give an injection. After mixing, the liquid should appear as a yellow or orange color.
- Do not use if the medicine has changed to green or black, or if it has any particles in it.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Tigecycline can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen when you are outdoors.
- It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
- Tigecycline may cause live bacterial vaccines to not work as well. Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication.
Common Side-Effects
TIGECYCLINE : Diarrhoea, Heartburn, Indigestion, Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Head Headache, Cough, Dizziness, Fever, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Body Discoloration, Confusion, Decreased Urination, Labored Breathing, Lightheadedness, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Irregular Heartbeat, Weight Gain, Belching, Abdomen Discomfort, Difficulty SleepingSerious Side-Effects
TIGECYCLINE : Hearing Loss, Vision Problems, Acute Kidney Failure, Lower Back Pain, Fingers Pain, Legs Pain, Toes Pain, Pain With Urination, Difficulty Urinating, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Shortness Of Breath, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Chest Discomfort, Difficulty Breathing, Easy Bleeding, Weight Loss (unintentional)Rare Side-Effects
TIGECYCLINE : Clostridium Difficile Infection, Night Terrors, Depression, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Anxiety, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Chest Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Hands Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Arms Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Feet Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Legs Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Face Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Slurred Speech, Ankles Swelling, Hands Swelling, Face Swelling, Bad Breath, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Bloody Or Red Colored VomitDisease Interactions
TIGECYCLINE can interfere with: Colitis, Acute Liver Failure, Bile Duct DiseaseTechnical Classification
TIGECYCLINE is categorized as: GLYCYLCYCLINES / ANTI-INFECTIVESStorage Conditions
Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with TIGECYCLINE as Ingredient
| CRITIG 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| EGYTIG 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| EMTIG 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| GECYCLE 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| RESCADE 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TAGBACT 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TECLINE 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TEGLIN 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TEVRAN 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TGKEM 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TGKEM KIT 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGANEX 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGAPHAR 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGEBAX 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGEBEST 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGENE INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGEPLUG 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGERAD 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGESTAT 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGETUF 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGEZ 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGI 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGILYN 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIGIMAX 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TIZIREN 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| TYGACIL 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50 MG |
| TYGARAY 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |
| ZUTIG 50MG INJ | TIGECYCLINE 50.0 MG |