Tagbact

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

Tagbact Information

Tagbact is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Tagbact have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Tagbact depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Tagbact are Vaginal inflammation. While these are the most often observed Tagbact side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tagbact go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Tagbact's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Tagbact has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tagbact related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Tagbact may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tagbact is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Tagbact Benefits & Uses

Tagbact is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Tagbact 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

Tagbact Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tagbact safe for pregnant women?


    Tagbact shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Tagbact safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Tagbact is not harmful for kidneys.

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


    Tagbact does not damage the liver.

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


    There are no any side effects of Tagbact for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Tagbact with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Tagbact Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Tagbact

  • Is this Tagbact habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Tagbact is addictive.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Tagbact 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?


    There is no benefit of taking Tagbact for mental disorders.

    No

Tagbact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tagbact


    When consumed with certain foods, Tagbact may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tagbact


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