Aztinam

Drug Name:

Aztreonam 500mg, 1gm, 2gm Injection

Category:

International Brand: Azactam

Azactam

Details

Aztreonam 500mg, 1gm, 2gm Injection belongs to the category of a class of Monobactams. The injection is used for the treatment of:

  • Bacterial infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Lung infections
  • Skin infections
  • Stomach infections
  • Female reproductive organs infections
  • Cystic Fibrosis disease

The injection comes in an international brand name of Azactam and an Indian brand name of Aztinam.

 

How does it work?

Azactam injection has an active ingredient called aztreonam which is called monobactam.  This helps in reducing the bacterial infections in the user’s body. This combats the infections of various types in the body.

 

Measures and Precautions

  1. Aztinam injection can be used with or without any other medications for the infected persons.
  2. The Injection is used in severe cases of bacterial infections. It is only used when the infection is caused by highly susceptible bacteria.
  3. This medication is indicated for adjunctive therapy and surgery problems and in the management of infections caused by susceptible organisms like abscesses, cutaneous infections, infections of serous surfaces.
  4. The usual dose of the Aztreonam 500mg, 1gm, 2gm Injection comes is 500mg, 400mg, and 100mg.
  5. The dose of the Aztinam injection is based on the presence of the causative agents of the infections. It also depends on the severity of the infections one is experienced.
  6. After the identification of the susceptibility of the causative agent, appropriate antibiotic therapy should be continued with the medicine.
  7. For the consumption of the injection, the intravenous route is only recommended. Here, the single doses are required by the users in a greater amount of 1g or more.
  8. Pregnant women and breastfeeding women should not get the infusions of the Aztreonam 500mg, 1gm, 2gm Injection. This can harm the body of the infants and the unborn baby.
  9. Aztinam injection is available in the single-use vial which is stored in the refrigerator and away from the reach of small kids.
  10. Generally, the medication should be continued for a minimal 48 hours after the user has become asymptomatic. However, persistent infections require treatment for several weeks.
  11. Doses smaller than the usual doses should not be used for the treatment.
  12. Remember to dispose of the syringe and vial after infusing the medicine.
  13. In case of getting side effects, do immediately take the help of medical aid. Don’t neglect this.

 

Side-effects

Following are the side-effects of the Aztreonam 500mg, 1gm, 2gm Injection:

  • Trouble in breathing
  • Hives
  • Fever
  • Sore throat
  • Severe skin reactions
  • Burning pains
  • Skin pains
  • Diarrhea
  • Severe stomach pains
  • Wheezing
  • Purple Skin rashes
  • Blistering
  • Peeling
  • Chest pain
  • Bruising
  • Bleeding
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dark urine
  • Yellowing of skin
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Vaginal Itching
  • Vomiting
  • Swelling
  • Irritation
  • Burning sensation