Tigecycline tablet name?

What is the tablet name for tigecycline?

Tigecycline is an antibiotic that is not marketed as an oral tablet. It is given as an intravenous (IV) infusion under product names such as Tygacil (tigecycline) in some markets.[1]

If someone says “tigecycline tablets,” is that accurate?

No. Tigecycline is formulated for IV use, not tablets. If you see “tigecycline” referred to as tablets, it may be a mislabeling, confusion with another antibiotic, or a non-tigecycline product name.

Is there any tigecycline brand name to ask your pharmacy for?

If you’re seeking the tigecycline antibiotic itself, the brand commonly associated with it is Tygacil.[1] Your pharmacy or prescriber can confirm the exact name and strength used in your country.

What should you do if you need tigecycline but only tablets are listed?

Ask your pharmacist to verify:
- whether the medication is truly tigecycline,
- whether it is IV/infusion vs oral tablets,
- and the NDC/strength on the packaging.

Where can I check verified drug names and listings?

DrugPatentWatch tracks drug information and related patent context, which can help verify brand/product naming in public records.[1]

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/