aztreonam (Meaning)
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aztreonam (n)
an antibiotic (trade name Azactam) used against severe infections; has minimal side effects
Synonyms & Antonyms of aztreonam
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aztreonam Sentence Examples
- Aztreonam is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections.
- Aztreonam inhibits bacterial growth by blocking the formation of the bacterial cell wall.
- Aztreonam is effective against Gram-negative bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Haemophilus influenzae.
- Aztreonam is administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
- The usual dose of aztreonam is 1-2 grams every 6-8 hours.
- Aztreonam is generally well-tolerated, with side effects including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
- Aztreonam should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment.
- Aztreonam is not recommended for use in patients allergic to penicillins or cephalosporins.
- Aztreonam is available as a generic medication.
- Aztreonam is included on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.
FAQs About the word aztreonam
an antibiotic (trade name Azactam) used against severe infections; has minimal side effects
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Aztreonam is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections.
Aztreonam inhibits bacterial growth by blocking the formation of the bacterial cell wall.
Aztreonam is effective against Gram-negative bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Haemophilus influenzae.
Aztreonam is administered intravenously or intramuscularly.
