Tigefen Injection

Tigefen 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. Tigefen Injection does not work for viral infections, such as common cold and flu.

Tigefen 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. 

Tigefen Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer it. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Tigefen Injection based on your medical condition. Like all medicines, Tigefen Injection also causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Tigefen 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 Tigefen 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). Tigefen 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 Tigefen Injection. Tigefen Injection can make you feel dizzy; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. Tigefen Injection is not recommended in children below eight years of age. 

Tigefen 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.

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 Tigefen 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 Tigefen Injection may affect vaccines' activity. Tigefen Injection may induce photosensitivity and makes your skin more sensitive to the sun; hence apply sunscreen when you step out. Tigefen Injection is not recommended during pregnancy due to its harmful effects on the baby. Please seek medical advice if you are breastfeeding before taking Tigefen Injection. Tigefen Injection causes dizziness; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. Tigefen Injection is not recommended in children below eight years of age. 

• Inform your doctor and laboratory staff in advance that you take Tigefen Injection if you are undergoing any medical examinations. Tigefen 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 Tigefen Injection. 
• Clostridium difficile associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is reported during the usage of antibiotics like Tigecycline. Please see your doctor if you experience prolonged diarrhoea.