Tiganex Information

Tiganex is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections. Tiganex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Tiganex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Tiganex include Vaginal inflammation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tiganex as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tiganex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Tiganex's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Tiganex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tiganex related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Tiganex have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Tiganex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

Tiganex Benefits & Uses
Tiganex Dosage & How to Take
Tiganex Side Effects
Tiganex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Tiganex with Other Drugs
Tiganex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tiganex
Tiganex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tiganex Benefits & Uses

Tiganex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Skin Infections

Other Benefits

Tiganex 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

Tiganex Related Warnings

Is the use of Tiganex safe for pregnant women?

Tiganex 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 Tiganex safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Tiganex on the Kidneys?

Tiganex does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Tiganex on the Liver?

Tiganex is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Tiganex on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tiganex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Sodium Picosulfate

Moderate

Estradiol

Warfarin

Medroxyprogesterone

Tiganex Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tiganex

Is this Tiganex habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Tiganex has not been reported.

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

After taking Tiganex, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tiganex can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tiganex only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Tiganex for mental disorders.

No

Tiganex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tiganex

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Tiganex

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tiganex.

Unknown