TIGINIM-50

Description

Tigecycline Powder for Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic belonging to the glycylcycline class, derived from tetracycline. It is used to treat serious bacterial infections resistant to other antibiotics.

Composition:

• Tigecycline – 50 mg (Lyophilized Powder)

Indications:

Tigecycline Injection is indicated for the treatment of:

• Complicated Skin and Soft Tissue Infections (cSSTI)

• Complicated Intra-Abdominal Infections (cIAI)

• Community-Acquired Bacterial Pneumonia (CAP)

• Multidrug-resistant (MDR) Infections

Dosage and Administration:

✅ Route of Administration:

• Intravenous (IV) Infusion – Over 30-60 minutes

✅ Dosage Guidelines:

• Loading Dose: 100 mg IV as a single dose

• Maintenance Dose: 50 mg IV every 12 hours

• Treatment Duration: Typically 5-14 days based on infection severity

Precautions and Warnings:

• Pregnancy Category D: Avoid use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary.

• Pediatric Use: Not recommended for children under 8 years (risk of tooth discolouration).

• Renal Impairment: No dosage adjustment is needed.

• Hepatic Impairment: Reduce dose in severe liver dysfunction (Child-Pugh C).

• Drug Interactions: This may reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives.

Side Effects:

• Nausea and Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Injection Site Reactions

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• Headache and Dizziness

Why Choose Our Tigecycline Powder for Injection?

• WHO-GMP Certified – High-quality and compliant with international standards.

• Effective Against MDR Bacteria – Treats complex and resistant infections.

• Available for PCD Pharma Franchise and Third-Party Manufacturing.