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Azotum is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Cystic Fibrosis. Azotum also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Azotum is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Azotum have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Azotum go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Azotum has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azotum related warnings talks about Azotum's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Azotum is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Azotum contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Azotum with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Azotum, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Azotum is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Azotum safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azotum without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Azotum safe during breastfeeding?
Azotum is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azotum on the Kidneys?
Azotum has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azotum on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Azotum on the liver.
What is the effect of Azotum on the Heart?
You can take Azotum without any fear of damage to the heart.
Azotum should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azotum unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azotum habit forming or addictive?
Azotum is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Azotum. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Azotum should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azotum cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azotum
Taking Azotum with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azotum
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Azotum with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Azactam® (aztreonam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 730