Azotum 1gm Injection

MRP
₹ 447.11
PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
YES
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Venus Remedies Ltd
QUANTITY
1 Injection
SALT COMPOSITION
Aztreonam (1gm)

Introduction To Azotum 1gm Injection

Azotum 1gm Injection is an antibiotic used to prevent or treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This may include infections of the urinary tract, blood, brain, ear, skin, and soft tissue, abdomen, bone, windpipe and lungs.

Azotum 1gm Injection is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

Rash, vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as the most common side effects. Temporary pain, swelling, and redness at the injection site may also occur at the injection site. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition does not improve despite treatment.

Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

Uses of Azotum 1gm Injection

  • Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Azotum 1gm Injection

Severe bacterial infections
Azotum 1gm Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of lungs (pneumonia), blood, brain, ear, skin, and soft tissue, abdomen, bone, windpipe and urinary tract. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Azotum 1gm Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Azotum 1gm Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ftreonam

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

How to use Azotum 1gm Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Azotum 1gm Injection works

Azotum 1gm 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.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Azotum 1gm Injection 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.

Safety Advice

sdsPregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Azotum 1gm Injection if I’m pregnant?

Azotum 1gm 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.

sdsBreastfeedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Azotum 1gm Injection if I’m breastfeeding?

Azotum 1gm 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.

sdsAlcoholSAFE

Is drinking alcohol while taking Azotum 1gm Injection safe?

Consuming alcohol with Azotum 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

sdsDrivingSAFE

Can I drive after taking Azotum 1gm Injection?

Azotum 1gm Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

sdsKidneyCAUTION

Can I take Azotum 1gm Injection if I have/had kidney diseases?

Azotum 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azotum 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.

sdsLiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Azotum 1gm Injection if I have/had liver diseases?

Azotum 1gm Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Azotum 1gm Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Azotum 1gm Injection safe to use in patients who are allergic to penicillins?

Azotum 1gm 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.

References

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