Tigecycline

Last updated 10 Mar 2025 | 04:07 AM (UTC)

Tigecycline Uses

Tigecycline is used in the treatment of bacterial infections, severe bacterial infections and filariasis.

How Tigecycline works

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

Common side effects of Tigecycline

Headache, Vomiting, Nausea, Increased liver enzymes, Stomach pain, Diarrhea

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Medicine brands for Tigecycline

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹7707 to ₹7707

1 variant(s)

Tigebax

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

₹1331 to ₹1331

1 variant(s)

Zutig

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

Expert advice for Tigecycline

Tigecycline is an antibiotic that is usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Tigecycline affects you.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Discontinue Tigecycline and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Your doctor has prescribed Tigecycline to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
It should be taken on an empty stomach.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Tigecycline affects you.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
It can lower the efficacy of birth control pills. Use an alternative method of contraception ( condom, diaphragm, spermicide) while taking this medication.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not take antacids or medicines containing zinc or iron at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Tigecycline.
Discontinue Tigecycline and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Frequently asked questions for Tigecycline

Q. How long does Tigecycline takes to work?

Usually, Tigecycline starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. Can the use of Tigecycline cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Tigecycline can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.