Tigene Injection
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Celon Laboratories Ltd
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Tigecycline 50mg
 
STORAGE
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Tigene Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the body like skin, intra-abdominal infections, and community-acquired bacterial pneumonia. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. But, it will not treat a viral infection.

Tigene Injection is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein by a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should have your injections at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed it, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like headache, vomiting, nausea, increased liver enzymes, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from any liver problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, you may be advised blood tests to monitor your liver function.

USES OF TIGENE INJECTION

·         Severe bacterial infections

BENEFITS OF TIGENE INJECTION

In Severe bacterial infections

Tigene Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the lungs (pneumonia), stomach, and skin. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Tigene Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

SIDE EFFECTS OF TIGENE INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tigene

·         Headache

·         Vomiting

·         Nausea

·         Increased liver enzymes

·         Stomach pain

·         Diarrhea

HOW TO USE TIGENE INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW TIGENE INJECTION WORKS

Tigene Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Tigene Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tigene Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tigene Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Tigene Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tigene Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Tigene Injection is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Tigene Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tigene Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE TIGENE INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Tigene Injection, consult your doctor.