Tiganex Injection

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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Tigecycline (50 mg)

Tiganex Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 3407
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 3407
191 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Tigecycline (50 mg)

Tiganex Information

Tiganex is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections. Tiganex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Tiganex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Tiganex include Vaginal inflammation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tiganex as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tiganex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Tiganex's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Tiganex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tiganex related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Tiganex have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Tiganex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Tiganex, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Tiganex Benefits & Uses

Tiganex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Tiganex 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

Tiganex Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tiganex safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tiganex. If you are pregnant, do not take Tiganex without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Tiganex safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Tiganex. It should only be taken after medical advice.

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


    Tiganex is not harmful for kidneys.

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


    Tiganex is completely safe for the liver.

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


    Tiganex is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Tiganex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Tiganex Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Tiganex

  • Is this Tiganex habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Tiganex.

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


    After taking Tiganex, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tiganex can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Tiganex 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?


    There is no benefit of taking Tiganex for mental disorders.

    No

Tiganex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tiganex


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Tiganex to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tiganex


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Tiganex with alcohol.

    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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