TIGI 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. TIGI 50MG INJECTION does not work for viral infections, such as common cold and flu.

TIGI 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. 

TIGI 50MG INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer it. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of TIGI 50MG INJECTION based on your medical condition. Like all medicines, TIGI 50MG INJECTION also causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of TIGI 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 TIGI 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). TIGI 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 TIGI 50MG INJECTION. TIGI 50MG INJECTION can make you feel dizzy; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. TIGI 50MG INJECTION is not recommended in children below eight years of age. 

TIGI 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.

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

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 TIGI 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 TIGI 50MG INJECTION may affect vaccines' activity. TIGI 50MG INJECTION may induce photosensitivity and makes your skin more sensitive to the sun; hence apply sunscreen when you step out. TIGI 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 TIGI 50MG INJECTION. TIGI 50MG INJECTION causes dizziness; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. TIGI 50MG INJECTION is not recommended in children below eight years of age. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: TIGI 50MG INJECTION may interact with anticoagulants (warfarin) and decrease the efficacy of oral contraceptives. 

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol intake while using TIGI 50MG INJECTION.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before taking TIGI 50MG INJECTION, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver diseases, colitis and pancreatitis.

• WARFARIN

• 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 TIGI 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 TIGI 50MG INJECTION. 
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with TIGI 50MG INJECTION as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it more challenging for your body to aid the TIGI 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. 

• Inform your doctor and laboratory staff in advance that you take TIGI 50MG INJECTION if you are undergoing any medical examinations. TIGI 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 TIGI 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.

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. Bacteria occur in three basic shapes: spherical, rod and spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell wall) or gram-negative (do not have a cell wall). Some common symptoms of a bacterial infection include cough, fever and tiredness.