Egytig

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Egytig Information

Egytig is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Egytig have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Egytig is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Egytig include Vaginal inflammation. Some other side effects of Egytig have been listed ahead. These side effects of Egytig are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Egytig's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Egytig has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Egytig related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Egytig contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Egytig with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Egytig is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.


Egytig Benefits & Uses

Egytig is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Egytig 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
Adult
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Initially 100 mg followed by 50 mg every 12 hours
Geriatric
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Initially 100 mg followed by 50 mg every 12 hours
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Above 8 years old can take

Egytig Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Egytig safe for pregnant women?


    Egytig shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Egytig safe during breastfeeding?


    Egytig should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Egytig on the Kidneys?


    Using Egytig does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Egytig on the Liver?


    Egytig is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Egytig on the Heart?


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Egytig with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Egytig Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Egytig

  • Is this Egytig habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Egytig.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Egytig. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Egytig is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Egytig is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Egytig Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Egytig


    Taking Egytig with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Egytig


    Information about the interaction of Egytig and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1205-1206

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 738-739

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tygacil® (tigecycline)

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