Aztreonam (Systemic)
Brand Names : Azactam
Proper Use of This MedicineTo help clear
up your infection completely, aztreonam must be given
for the full time of treatment
, even if you begin to feel better after
a few days. Also, this medicine works best when there is a constant amount
in the blood or urine. To help keep the amount constant, aztreonam must be
given on a regular schedule.
Dosing - The dose of aztreonam will be different for
different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the
directions on the label
. The following information includes only the
average doses of aztreonam. Your dose may be different if you have kidney
disease. If your dose is different, do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so.
-
For injection
dosage form:
-
Adults and children 16 years of age and older: 1 to 2 grams injected
slowly into a vein over a twenty- to sixty-minute period. This is repeated
every six to twelve hours.
-
Children up to 16 years of age: Dosage is based on body weight and
must be determined by your doctor.
|
Previous section
