Tigerad Information

Tigerad, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections. The alternative uses of Tigerad have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Tigerad depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Tigerad include Vaginal inflammation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tigerad as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tigerad normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Tigerad's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Tigerad related warnings talks about Tigerad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Besides this, Tigerad may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tigerad is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Tigerad Benefits & Uses

Tigerad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Skin Infections

Other Benefits

Tigerad 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

Tigerad Related Warnings

Is the use of Tigerad safe for pregnant women?

Tigerad can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Tigerad safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Tigerad on the Kidneys?

Tigerad does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Tigerad on the Liver?

Tigerad does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Tigerad on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tigerad with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Sodium Picosulfate

Moderate

Estradiol

Warfarin

Medroxyprogesterone

Tigerad Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tigerad

Is this Tigerad habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Tigerad only as per medical advice.

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

No, Tigerad is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Tigerad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tigerad

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Tigerad

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

Unknown