Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 13, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Azactam
Available Dosage Forms:
- Powder for Solution
Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic
Chemical Class: Monobactam
Uses for aztreonam
Aztreonam is an antibiotic that is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.
Aztreonam is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It is sometimes given with other antibiotics. Aztreonam will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
Aztreonam is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using aztreonam
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For aztreonam, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to aztreonam or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Studies have been done in children and have shown that aztreonam is effective in treating certain bacterial infections and that side effects in children are similar to those experienced by adults. Elevations of liver enzymes and reductions in white blood cell counts were seen in children who were given high doses of aztreonam or who had more serious infections.
Geriatric
Aztreonam has been tested in a limited number of patients 65 years of age or older and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Interactions with medicines
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In the...
