Aztreonam
Overview
Aztreonam is a monobactam antibiotic. It has a monocyclic ß lactam ring. Aztreonam is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Antibiotics require constant drug level in body for therapeutic effect. This is achieved by taking the drug at regular interval of time throughout the day and night as prescribed.Aztreonam is important to take the drug for the full time period as prescribed. If you discontinue the drug it may result in ineffective treatment. May be used cautiously in patients allergic to PENICILLINS and CEPHALOSPORINS.
Categories
- 6 Anti-infective drugs
- 6.2 Antibiotics, systemic
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Aztreonam's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 500 to 4000 mg | 2200 (2250) | 12 hourly | Slow IV | Over 3-5 Minutes |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| 30 mg/kg | 30 (30) | 8 hourly | Intramuscular | |
| 30 mg/kg | 30 (30) | 8 hourly | Intravenous | |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| 30 to 50 mg/kg | 40 (40) | 8 hourly | Intramuscular | Dose for children over 1 month |
| 30 to 50 mg/kg | 40 (40) | 8 hourly | Intravenous | Dose for children over 1 month |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
Dry Powder for Inj
Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Moisture.
Prefrozen Inj
Store Below -20°C.
Thawed
Store at room temperature or refrigerator. Use within 7 days if refrigerated and within 48 hrs if kept at room temperature.
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Aztreonam
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