Information about Tigecycline
Generic Name : TigecyclineUp-to-date prescription details regarding Tigecycline are provided here.
Pronunciation : TYE-ge-SYE-kleen
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Tigecycline, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y41 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics
Trade Names/Brand Names of Tigecycline
Tigez (50 mg) |
Tiganex (50mg) |
Tygacil |
Tigebax (50mg) |
Tize B (50mg) |
Tigeplug (50mg) |
Trectabin (50mg) |
Tigaphar (50mg) |
Zutig (50mg) |
Protigi (50mg)
International :
Tygacil
Why is Tigecycline Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for certain bacterial infection. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.When should Tigecycline not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Tigecycline?
IV- The recommended dosage is an initial dose of 100 mg, followed by 50 mg every 12 hours.How should Tigecycline be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Tigecycline?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with liver disease, inflammation of pancreas, severe allergic reactions, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid exposure to sunlight; otherwise it may cause sunburn easily.
• Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.
• It should not be used in children.
What are the side effects of Tigecycline?
Body as a Whole - Abdominal pain, abscess, weakness, headache, infection.Heart - Vein inflammation.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, vomiting.
Blood - Anemia.
Metabolic - Increase in liver enzymes.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness.
Skin - Rash.
What are the other precautions for Tigecycline?
Avoid excess dosage.What are the storage conditions for Tigecycline?
• Before reconstitution it should be stored at 20°C to 25°C• After reconstitution, it can be stored at room temperature for 24 hours and must be discarded if not used
• If the reconstituted solution stored at 2°C to 8°C, it can be used upto 48 hours
