Tigecycline



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Tigecycline Information



Tigecycline Benefits & Uses

Tigecycline is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Tigecycline 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


Tigecycline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tigecycline is used -

Severe

  • Haemolytic Anemia

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Rash
  • Diarrhoea
  • Photosensitivity
  • Edema
  • पेट दर्द
  • Dizziness

Common

  • Vaginal inflammation

Unknown

  • Urticaria

Tigecycline Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tigecycline safe for pregnant women?


    Tigecycline has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Tigecycline without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Tigecycline safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Tigecycline. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

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


    Using Tigecycline does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

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


    Using Tigecycline does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

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


    Tigecycline is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Tigecycline with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Tigecycline Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Tigecycline

  • Is this Tigecycline habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Tigecycline has not been reported.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Tigecycline 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?


    No, Tigecycline cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Tigecycline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tigecycline


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

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tigecycline


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tigecycline with alcohol will be.

    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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