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Side effect(s) of Tigecycline


Review the side-effects of Tigecycline as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   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.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Tigecycline

Tigecycline(Tygacil) generic is an antibiotic, prescribed for certain bacterial infection. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.


Trade Names for Tigecycline


International :


Tygacil
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