Tigerad

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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Tigecycline (50 mg)

Tigerad Information

Tigerad, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections. The alternative uses of Tigerad have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Tigerad depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Tigerad include Vaginal inflammation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tigerad as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tigerad normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Tigerad's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Tigerad related warnings talks about Tigerad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Besides this, Tigerad may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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


Tigerad Benefits & Uses

Tigerad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Tigerad 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

Tigerad Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tigerad safe for pregnant women?


    Tigerad can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Tigerad safe during breastfeeding?


    Tigerad 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 Tigerad on the Kidneys?


    Tigerad is completely safe for kidneys.

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


    There are no any side effects of Tigerad on the liver.

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


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Tigerad with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Tigerad Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Tigerad

  • Is this Tigerad habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Tigerad has not been reported.

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


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Tigerad can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Tigerad only as per medical advice.

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


    Tigerad is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Tigerad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tigerad


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

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tigerad


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Tigerad 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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