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Written By Divya L , PharmaD
Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma

Composition :

TIGECYCLINE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Micro Labs Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS]

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
Other Info - TEG0087

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FAQs

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Avoid taking alcohol while using Teglin 50mg Injection since it may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Teglin 50mg Injection is not recommended during pregnancy due to its harmful effects on the baby, including toxic effects on skeletal formation. Please consult your doctor before taking Teglin 50mg Injection if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is not known if Teglin 50mg Injection is excreted into breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Teglin 50mg Injection if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

You may experience dizziness as one of the side effects of Teglin 50mg Injection. In such cases, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Teglin 50mg Injection. Teglin 50mg Injection should be used caution in cases of severe liver disease.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Teglin 50mg Injection. Dose adjustment may be required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Teglin 50mg Injection is not recommended for children younger than eight years old.

About Teglin 50mg Injection

Teglin 50mg Injection belongs to the class of 'antibiotics,' primarily used to treat bacterial infections like abdominal infections, community-acquired pneumonia (lung infection), and complicated skin and skin structure infections. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Teglin 50mg Injection does not work for viral infections, such as common cold and flu.

Teglin 50mg Injection contains 'Tigecycline' that belongs to the class of 'glycylcyclines'. It works by preventing the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth. 

Teglin 50mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer it. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Teglin 50mg Injection based on your medical condition. Like all medicines, Teglin 50mg Injection also causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Teglin 50mg Injection include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, and abnormal liver function tests. If any of these effects persist or worsen, seek medical advice promptly.

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you are allergic to Teglin 50mg Injection or any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver diseases, colitis (inflammation of the inner lining of the colon), and pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). Teglin 50mg Injection is not recommended during pregnancy due to its harmful effects on the baby. It is advised to consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Teglin 50mg Injection. Teglin 50mg Injection can make you feel dizzy; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. Teglin 50mg Injection is not recommended in children below eight years of age. 

Uses of Teglin 50mg Injection

Bacterial infections.

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Key Benefits

Teglin 50mg Injection contains 'Tigecycline,' a broad-spectrum glycylcycline antibiotic that treats bacterial infections, such as abdominal infections, community-acquired pneumonia (lung infection), and complicated skin and skin structure infections. It works by preventing the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. Tigecycline is bacteriostatic and inhibits bacterial reproduction.

Directions for Use

Teglin 50mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer it.

Side Effects of Teglin 50mg Injection

  • Nausea 
  • Vomiting 
  • Diarrhoea 
  • Headache
  • Abnormal liver function tests 

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver diseases, colitis (inflammation of the inner lining of the colon), and pancreatitis. Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is reported during usage of antibiotics like Teglin 50mg Injection. Therefore, please undergo an examination to rule out the chances of CDAD if you experience diarrhoea following Tigecycline therapy. Let your doctor know if you are undergoing any vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (like typhoid vaccine) since Teglin 50mg Injection may affect vaccines' activity. Teglin 50mg Injection may induce photosensitivity and makes your skin more sensitive to the sun; hence apply sunscreen when you step out. Teglin 50mg Injection is not recommended during pregnancy due to its harmful effects on the baby. Please seek medical advice if you are breastfeeding before taking Teglin 50mg Injection. Teglin 50mg Injection causes dizziness; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. Teglin 50mg Injection is not recommended in children below eight years of age. 

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Special Advise

  • Inform your doctor and laboratory staff in advance that you take Teglin 50mg Injection if you are undergoing any medical examinations. Teglin 50mg Injection can cause abnormal liver function test results.
  • Renal, liver function and blood tests are advised during prolonged therapy to rule out any toxicity caused due to overdose of Teglin 50mg Injection. 
  • Clostridium difficile associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is reported during the usage of antibiotics like Tigecycline. Please see your doctor if you experience prolonged diarrhoea.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fibre enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet. 
  • Eating grapefruit during antibiotics treatment can prevent the body from utilizing Teglin 50mg Injection properly. So, avoid intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with the antibiotic. 
  • Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Teglin 50mg Injection. 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Teglin 50mg Injection as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it more challenging for your body to aid the Teglin 50mg Injection in fighting off infections.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent bacterial infections. 

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