Lybrate Logo
Get the App
For Doctors
Login/Sign-up
tab_logos
About
tab_logos
Feed
Overview

Aztreonam

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Aztreonam

A monobactam antibiotic, Aztreonam is used to treat or prevent infections that are likely caused by bacteria. It terminates sensitive bacteria and reduces the growth of drug-resistant bacteria.

Ensure to notify your doctor if you experience any allergic reaction. Common reported side effects on using this medication include seizures or related disorders, bloody or watery diarrhea, clouded thoughts, dizziness, lightheadedness, skin paleness, fatigue, abnormal bleeding, fever, nausea, chills and flu-like symptoms.

Patients with hypersensitivity or allergy to any ingredient contained within this medication are dissuaded from using this it. Before using this medication notify your doctor if: you are allergic to any ingredient or food or substance, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs or herbal products or dietary supplements, you are pregnant or are nursing a baby.

The usual dose in adults for treating bacteremia is 2 g given via IV in every 6-8 hours. This therapy needs to be continued for 10-14 days approximately. Ideally the dosage should be prescribed by the doctor based on your age, medical history and current condition.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Aztreonam ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Aztreonam

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Aztinam 1gm injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Aztreonam

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Aztreonam as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication works by binding to PBP3, thereby blocking the third and final stage of bacterial cell wall synthesis. After the cell lysis is arbitrated by enzymes like autolysins.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Aztreonam ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

        test
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Acitrom 4Mg Tablet

        null

        Acenomac 3Mg Tablet

        null

        Acenomac 1Mg Tablet

        null

        Acenomac 2Mg Tablet

        null

      References

      • Aztreonam-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 16 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/aztreonam

      • Aztreonam-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 16 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00355

      • AZTREONAM injection,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 16 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=AZTREONAM

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
      swan-banner
      Sponsored

      Popular Questions & Answers

      View All

      My baby age is 2 years 2 months ,weight 8.5 kg ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Col V C Goyal

      General Physician

      Maintain good general and local cleanliness. Wash genital part daily with warm water. Give good n...

      My baby age is 2 years 2 months ,weight 8.5 kg ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Munish Bansal

      General Physician

      Cystitis she is heaving what about VUR it sattled after surgery or not? That may b the cause of r...

      Hi, my wife got fever, so when consulted to doc...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Subhash Tiwari

      General Physician

      Going by the reports, you need to treat both simultaneously and avoid coitus till future samples ...

      Table of content

      Content Details
      Profile Image
      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
      Reviewed By
      Profile Image
      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
      chat_icon

      Ask a free question

      Get FREE multiple opinions from Doctors

      posted anonymously
      swan-banner