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Azom 1 g Injection

Manufactured byUnited Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsAztreonam
Description
Azom 1 g Injection is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, skin, bones, joints, stomach, and intestine. Azom 1 g Injection may also be used before, during, and after surgery to prevent infection. Azom 1 g Injection works by killing bacteria. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses or fungi. Azom 1 g Injection shows side effects like redness, irritation, or swelling at the injection site, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache,nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor if these side effects become severe or persist for a longer duration. Azom 1 g Injection is given directly into a muscle or into a vein. Your doctor will determine how many doses you would need each day and how often the injections should be given based on the severity and location of the infection. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment. Azom 1 g Injection is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems and also about your ongoing medicines before receiving this injection. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Azom 1 g Injection

Azactam 1 g Injection
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Aztreo 1 g Injection
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Azom 1 g Injection

  • Chest discomfort
  • Cough
  • Fever
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Shortness of breath
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Sore throat
  • Rash

Uses of Azom 1 g Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Urinary Tract Infection
  • Gynecological infections
  • Serious abdominal infection
  • Bacterial skin infections
  • Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
  • Bone and Joint infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The peak effect of Azom 1 g Injection can be observed within 1 hour.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Azom 1 g Injection remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Azom 1 g Injection
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Azom 1 g Injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Azom 1 g Injection is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding as this medicine may pass in your breast milk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Azom 1 g Injection if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Azom 1 g Injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Azom 1 g Injection is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding as this medicine may pass in your breast milk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Diarrhoea

Azom 1 g Injection can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and lead to diarrhoea. Use this medicine with extreme caution if you have stomach and intestinal problems, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), as it may worsen your condition.

Liver Disease

Azom 1 g Injection should be used with caution if you have liver problems. This medicine may further increase the risk of increased liver enzymes and liver damage. Inform your doctor of any history of jaundice (a condition that causes your skin and whites of the eyes to turn yellow) or other liver conditions you may have so he/she may prescribe an alternate medicine or recommend dose adjustments.

Antibiotic resistance

Antibiotic resistance occurs when the bacteria no longer respond to the antibiotics intended to kill them. Complete your entire course of treatment with Azom 1 g Injection, even if your condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance.

Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)

Azom 1 g Injection has rarely been known to cause toxic epidermal necrolysis, a potentially life-threatening skin disorder. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately.

Missed Dose

Since Azom 1 g Injection is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinic or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Azom 1 g Injection is administered in the hospital or clinic setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Disease interactions

Kidney dysfunction

Azom 1 g Injection is excreted via the kidney and may get accumulated in your body if your kidneys are not functioning properly. This can increase the risk of severe side effects. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have severe kidney problems.

Gastrointestinal Diseases

Azom 1 g Injection should be used with caution if you have gastrointestinal disorders, particularly colitis (swelling of the large intestine), as it can worsen your condition. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms like diarrhoea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Azom 1 g Injection should be administered only by a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have an allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions before receiving this medicine. Avoid discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a relapse of your condition.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Azom 1 g Injection works by killing bacteria.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

Please also see full prescribing information for azactam ... - BMS (no date). Available at: (Accessed: December 1, 2022).

https://packageinserts.bms.com/pi/pi_azactam.pdf

Aztreonam injection: Medlineplus Drug Information (no date) MedlinePlus. U.S. National Library of Medicine. Available at: (Accessed: December 1, 2022).

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a687010.html
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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Jan 2023

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