ECFS

Tigecycline

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MEDICATION TYPE

Antibiotic

INDICATIONS

Treatment of respiratory exacerbations caused by susceptible organisms. Has activity against a broad range of gram positive and gram negative organisms including: Mycobacterium abscessus, MRSA, MSSA, Achromobacter xylosoxidans, Stenotrophomonas maltophilia.

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Anticoagulants
Prolonged prothrombin time in patients taking Warfarin.

Ciclosporin
Increased Ciclosporin serum concentrations may occur.

Increased Tacrolimus serum concentrations may occur.

NOTES

Reserved for when no alternatives. Pre-medicate for nausea.

Unverified — pending review

MEDICAL WARNING

Tigecycline should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Always verify against current BNF and your local CF protocol before prescribing.