Tiganex 50mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

Tiganex injection contains tigecycline, a medication that is used to treat a variety of infections caused by bacteria. It's used to treat skin infections, intra-abdominal infections, and community-acquired bacterial pneumonia. It works by inhibiting the production of proteins that are necessary for bacterial growth.

This injection is only given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-medicate Tiganex injection. This injection is used in adults and children above 8 years of age.

Tiganex injection can cause side effects like dizziness, headache, low blood sugar, stomach pain, indigestion, slow wound healing, and irritation at the site of injection. If these effects persists for a longer time, you must inform your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

The chances of overdose is less likely as this injection is only given by a healthcare professional. Contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately, in case you experience any unusual symptoms.

Missed a Dose

Consult your doctor if you miss a dosage of Tiganex 50mg Injection.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Tiganex Injection is a medication that contains Tigecycline as the active molecule. It inhibits bacterial development by inhibiting the creation of key proteins that bacteria need to perform their functions.

Directions for Use

• This medicine will be given to you by a doctor or nurse
• Do not self-medicate

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Tiganex injection during pregnancy?

No, you should not take Tiganex injection during pregnancy as it can cause potential harm to your unborn baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Tiganex injection while breastfeeding?

It is unknown whether tigecycline goes into human breast milk. Before breast-feeding your baby, seek advice from your doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Tiganex injection?

Dizziness is a possible side effect of tigecycline. This could make it difficult for you to drive. Hence, you should avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Tiganex injection?

You should seek medical advice before consuming alcohol with Tiganex injection.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are allergic to tetracycline class of medications
• You have liver problems
• You have pancreatitis
• You have diarrhoea
• You have poor wound healing
• You have a condition called as cholestasis that causes blockages in the bile duct
• You have bleeding disorder

Contraindications

• Known allergy to any ingredients of Tiganex injection

Side effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Low blood sugar
• Slow wound healing
• Stomach pain
• Indigestion

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• The use of tigecycline with warfarin, can interfere with the blood clotting tests
• Co-administration of oral contraceptives reduces the effectiveness of oral contraceptives
• Tigecycline increases the effectiveness of tacrolimus or cyclosporine

Storage and disposal

• Store the cream at a temperature below 25°C
• Do not use the injection after expiry date

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use contraceptives while using Tiganex 50mg injection?

You must avoid contraceptive pills as Tiganex injection can interfere with the activity of contraceptive pills. You can discuss with your doctor alternate methods for contraception.

Does Tiganex injection cause weight gain?

No, Tiganex injection does not cause weight gain.

Is Tiganex injection habit-forming?

No, Tiganex injection is not habit-forming.