Tigez Injection

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₹ 2758
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  • Manufactured by: Lupin Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Tigecycline (50 mg)

Tigez Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 2758
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 2758
171 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Lupin Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Tigecycline (50 mg)

Tigez Information

Tigez is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Skin Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Tigez have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Tigez depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Tigez also has some side effects, the most common being Vaginal inflammation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tigez as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Tigez are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Tigez has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Tigez's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tigez related warnings section.

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

Drug interactions for Tigez have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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



Tigez Benefits & Uses

Tigez is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Tigez 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

Tigez Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tigez safe for pregnant women?


    Tigez should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Tigez safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Tigez may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Tigez should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

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


    There are no side effects of Tigez on the kidneys.

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


    Tigez is not harmful for the liver.

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


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Tigez with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Tigez Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Tigez

  • Is this Tigez habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Tigez.

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


    After taking Tigez you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Tigez is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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


    Tigez is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Tigez Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tigez


    Tigez may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tigez


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tigez and alcohol. No research has been done on this 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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