Azotum 2gm Injection

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Composition FOR Azotum 2gm Injection

Aztreonam(2gm)

food interaction for Azotum Injection

alcohol interaction for Azotum Injection

pregnancy interaction for Azotum Injection

lactation interaction for Azotum Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol with Azotum 2gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Azotum 2gm Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azotum 2gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Azotum 2gm Injection

Aztreonam(2gm)

Azotum injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is used in infections of various body parts like urinary tract, blood, brain, ear, skin and soft tissue, abdomen, bone, windpipe and lungs.

How azotum injection works

Azotum 2gm Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Common side effects of azotum injection

Rash, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea

SUBSTITUTES FOR Azotum Injection

8 Substitutes
8 Substitutes
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    BMS India Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 1386/Injection
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    Rs. 1430
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  • Reonam 2gm Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Unimark Remedies Ltd
    Rs. 783/Injection
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    Rs. 807.68
    save 5% more per Injection
  • Aztrone 2gm Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Neon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 838/Injection
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    Rs. 864
    pay 2% more per Injection
  • Trezam 2gm Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 840/Injection
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    Rs. 866.07
    pay 2% more per Injection

Expert advice FOR Azotum Injection

  • You have been prescribed Aztreonam for the treatment of bacterial infections.
  • It is given by an injection or drip into a vein or into a muscle in the buttock or thigh.
  • Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Azotum 2gm Injection

Aztreonam

Q. Is Azotum 2gm Injection safe to use in patients who are allergic to penicillins?
Azotum 2gm Injection can be safely used in patients who are allergic to penicillins. This medicine has shown no cross-reactivity when used in patients with penicillin allergy.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)