Aztreonam Information
Aztreonam is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Aztreonam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Aztreonam Benefits & Uses
Aztreonam is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Aztreonam Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aztreonam is used -
Moderate
- Wheezing
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- पेट दर्द
- Vertigo
- Diarrhoea
- Weakness
- Sneezing
- Flushing
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Paresthesia
- Insomnia
Aztreonam Related Warnings
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Is the use of Aztreonam safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Aztreonam in pregnant women.
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 has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Aztreonam on the Liver?
Aztreonam is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Aztreonam on the Heart?
You can take Aztreonam without any fear of damage to 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 -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
Frequently asked Questions about Aztreonam
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Is this Aztreonam habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Aztreonam.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Aztreonam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Aztreonam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aztreonam for mental disorders.
No
Aztreonam Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Aztreonam
Taking Aztreonam with food does not cause any problems.
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 -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
