Results for tag: "Tigecycline"

Tigecycline is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including those of the respiratory system. It is a broad-spectrum tetracycline antibiotic, and is used to treat infections caused by both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Tigecycline is often used to treat infections that are resistant to other antibiotics, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). It is also used to treat infections caused by atypical bacteria, such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila. Tigecycline is available in both oral and intravenous formulations. It is typically used in combination with other antibiotics, such as macrolides or fluoroquinolones, to treat severe or complicated infections. It is also used as a prophylactic agent to prevent infections in patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures. In the respiratory drugs market, Tigecycline is used to treat a variety of infections, including pneumonia, bronchitis, and sinusitis. It is also used to treat infections caused by atypical bacteria, such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila. Some companies in the Tigecycline market include Pfizer, Merck, Sanofi, GlaxoSmithKline, and AstraZeneca. Show Less Read more