Aztreonam
About
Aztreonam belongs to a class of antibiotics used in the treatment of serious bacterial infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and causes infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiple very quickly.
Aztreonam contains aztreonam, which belongs to a class of monobactam antibiotics. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival.
Some common side effects of Aztreonam include dizziness, bad breath, headache, sneezing, high temperature, bleeding of the stomach, double vision. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Aztreonam or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not receive Aztreonam if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice signs of allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, lips, throat, and/or tongue with difficulty in breathing after receiving Aztreonam.
Uses of Aztreonam
Medicinal Benefits
Aztreonam belongs to the class of monobactam antibiotics. It reduces the infection by inhibiting bacterial growth. It kills the bacteria by disrupting the formation of the cell wall. It irreversibly binds to the proteins in the bacteria that are essential for the formation of the cell membrane.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Aztreonam
- Dizziness
- Chest pain
- Headache
- Double vision
- Bad breath
- Vaginal irritation
- Blocked nose
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Regular monitoring of kidney and liver functioning is recommended while taking Aztreonam. If you are a breastfeeding or pregnant woman, please consult a doctor before taking Aztreonam. If you notice blood in stools or have severe stomach pain with diarrhoea, contact your doctor immediately. Inform your doctor before taking Aztreonam if you have liver problems, kidney problems, blood disorders, fits. Also, inform your doctor if you are already taking medicines like antibiotics or oral anticoagulants.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Aztreonam may interact with warfarin (blood thinner), entecavir (antiviral), cholera vaccine (live), pemetrexed (used for non-small cell lung cancer), dicumarol (anticoagulant).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid taking alcohol while on this medication.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have renal dysfunction, hemodialysis, or colitis (inflammation of the inner lining of the colon).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of alcohol with Aztreonam is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Aztreonam.
Pregnancy
cautionThe safety of Aztreonam in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionAztreonam is excreted in human milk. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Driving
cautionAztreonam cause double vision, dizziness as a side effect. So, avoid driving after receiving Aztreonam.
Liver
cautionTake Aztreonam with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Aztreonam with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionAztreonam can be given safely to children, dose to be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Take probiotics after completing the full course of Aztreonam to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
- Include fibre rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet.
- Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Aztreonam.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and causes infection. It can target any part of the body and multiple very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell wall) or gram-negative (do not have cell wall). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.
FAQs
Aztreonam contains Aztreonam, an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.
No. You should complete the full course of Aztreonam as prescribed by your doctor. After completing the full course of Aztreonam will work. It is important that you take Aztreonam at the right dose, right times, and for the right numbers of days.
Aztreonam does not work against viral infection. So, it should not be taken to treat common cold cough and cough
Aztreonam may cause dizziness and double vision. So, drive only if you are alert and avoid driving and operating machinery if you feel dizzy or experience vision changes.
