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Tigefic 50mg Injection
Salt Composition: TIGECYCLINE
- Manufacturer: GUFIC BIOSCIENCE LTD
- Pack Size: 1 VIAL(s)
- Dosage Form: INJECTION
- Strength: 50MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Store Tigefic 50mg injection in a refrigerator (2°C - 8°C). Do not freeze.
₹617.00₹1234.41
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Product Introduction
Tigefic 50mg injection is an antibiotic of the tetracycline class, containing tigecycline as its active ingredient. It is indicated for serious bacterial infections of the skin and abdomen. This medicine is not recommended for children below eight years of age. The drug is typically reserved for use when other antibiotics are unsuitable or ineffective for particular infections. Tigefic 50mg injection is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to other tetracycline-class antibiotics, including minocycline and doxycycline. Prior to receiving this injection, discuss your medical history and all current medications with your doctor. Specific considerations include impaired wound healing, diarrhoea, liver dysfunction, cholestasis (blockage of the bile ducts), or concurrent use of anticoagulants (medicines used to prevent excess blood clotting). Your doctor must be informed of these conditions or medications to assess whether Tigefic 50mg injection is appropriate for you or whether any modifications to your treatment plan are necessary. If you have diarrhoea before starting Tigefic 50mg injection treatment or if diarrhoea develops during or after treatment, notify your doctor immediately. Do not take any diarrhoea medication without first consulting your doctor. This drug is unsafe in pregnant women as it may cause fetal harm. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or are planning to become pregnant. It is not known whether this medicine passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Uses
Tigefic 50mg injection is used to treat, Skin and soft tissue infections Abdominal infections
How it works
Tigefic 50mg injection works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and preventing them from multiplying. It does this by interfering with bacterial cell wall synthesis, which is essential for survival.
How to Use
Tigefic 50mg injection will be administered to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It is usually administered as an intravenous injection into a vein. Your doctor will decide the dose, route of administration, and frequency based on your disease condition and other factors.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Injection site reactions (pain, inflammation) Diarrhea Nausea, vomiting Abscess, infections Dizziness, headache Poor or slow wound healing Low blood sugar Low protein levels in the blood Rash Loss of appetite Stomach ache Indigestion
Expert Tips
Tigefic 50mg injection may interfere with the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). If you are taking oral contraceptives, discuss the need for additional contraceptive methods with your physician. Practice good and safer hygiene to help prevent the spread of infections. When sneezing or coughing, cover your mouth and nose, and dispose of tissues properly.
References
- Piramal Critical Care Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [ Revised on Sep 2022] [ Accessed on 13th July 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.14071.pdf
- Wyeth Pharmaceuticals Inc, US Food and Drug Administration, [ Revised on July 2010] [ Accessed on 13th July 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2010/021821s021lbl.pdf
- Goodman & Gilman's, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Protein synthesis inhibitors, and miscellaneous antibacterial agents, 12th edition, 2011, 1524 -1525.
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Tetracyclines and chloramphenicol, 7th edition, 2013, 738.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe Tigefic 50mg injection is unsafe for pregnant women because it may cause fetal harm. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant.
Lungs: safe Tigefic 50mg injection is safe when administered in patients with lung disease. No dose adjustments are necessary.
Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor It is unknown if Tigefic 50mg injection passes into the breast milk or if it will harm your baby. Please consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.