Addbactam Benefits & Uses

Addbactam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Meningitis
Cellulitis
Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Peritonitis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Addbactam Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Addbactam Related Warnings

Is the use of Addbactam safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Addbactam without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Addbactam safe during breastfeeding?

Addbactam does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Addbactam on the Kidneys?

Addbactam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Addbactam on the Liver?

Using Addbactam does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Addbactam on the Heart?

Addbactam is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Addbactam with Other Drugs

Addbactam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Omeprazole

Moderate

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Atenolol

Mild

Allopurinol

Probenecid

Addbactam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Addbactam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Kidney Disease
Mononucleosis
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Addbactam

Is this Addbactam habit forming or addictive?

Addbactam does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Addbactam can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Addbactam is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Addbactam in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Addbactam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Addbactam

When consumed with certain foods, Addbactam may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Addbactam

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Addbactam with alcohol will be.

Unknown