Aztreonam



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Aztreonam Information



Aztreonam Benefits & Uses

Aztreonam is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Aztreonam Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: IM dose are also same
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: IM dose are also same
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: IM dose are also same
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: IM dose are also same
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: IM dose are also same


Aztreonam Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aztreonam is used -

Moderate

Mild

Aztreonam Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Aztreonam safe for pregnant women?


    Aztreonam is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Aztreonam safe during breastfeeding?


    Aztreonam does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Aztreonam on the Kidneys?


    Aztreonam rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Aztreonam on the Liver?


    Using Aztreonam does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Aztreonam on the Heart?


    Using Aztreonam does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Aztreonam with Other Drugs

Aztreonam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Aztreonam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aztreonam unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Aztreonam

  • Is this Aztreonam habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Aztreonam is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Aztreonam as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Aztreonam only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Aztreonam is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Aztreonam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Aztreonam


    You can take Aztreonam with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Aztreonam


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Aztreonam with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Azactam® (aztreonam)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 730

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