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Tigi, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections. The alternative uses of Tigi have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Tigi 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Tigi are Vaginal inflammation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tigi can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tigi are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Tigi has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Tigi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tigi related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Tigi are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Tigi may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tigi is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tigi is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Tigi safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tigi. If you are pregnant, do not take Tigi without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tigi safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Tigi may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Tigi should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Tigi on the Kidneys?
Using Tigi does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Tigi on the Liver?
Tigi is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tigi on the Heart?
Tigi is completely safe for the heart.
Tigi should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tigi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tigi habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tigi has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tigi you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Tigi only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Tigi in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Tigi
Taking Tigi with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tigi
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tigi.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)