Side effect(s) of Aztreonam

Review the side-effects of Aztreonam as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Central Nervous System- Injection- Seizures, confusion, vertigo, tingling, dizziness.

  Skin- Inhalation- Rash.
Injection- Rash.

  Eye and ENT- Inhalation - Nasal congestion, pharyngolaryngeal pain.

  Gastrointestinal- Inhalation - Abdominal pain, vomiting.
Injection - Diarrhea, nausea, pseudomembranous colitis, vomiting.

  Local- Inflammation of vein after IV administration, pain/swelling at IM injection site.

  Respiratory- Inhalation - Cough, wheezing, asthma.
Injection- Difficulty in breathing.

  Miscellaneous- Inhalation Chest discomfort, fever. Injection - Fever.

Other Precautions :

Avoid long-term use, otherwise it will cause secondary infection.

Drug Name : Aztreonam

Aztreonam(Azactam) generic is monobactam antibiotic, prescribed for serious infections caused by susceptible gram negative bacteria like urinary tract infection, lower respiratory tract infection. It works by killing sensitive bacteria that cause infection.