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Aztreonam

Generic Name
Aztreonam
Brand Names
Azactam, Cayston, Emblaveo
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C13H17N5O8S2
CAS Number
78110-38-0
Unique Ingredient Identifier
G2B4VE5GH8

Overview

A monocyclic beta-lactam antibiotic originally isolated from Chromobacterium violaceum. It is resistant to beta-lactamases and is used in gram-negative infections, especially of the meninges, bladder, and kidneys. It may cause a superinfection with gram-positive organisms.

Indication

For the treatment of the following infections caused by susceptible gram-negative microorganisms: urinary tract infections, lower respiratory tract infections, septicemia, skin and skin-structure infections, intra-abdominal infections, and gynecologic infections.

Associated Conditions

  • Bone and Joint Infections
  • Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
  • Febrile Neutropenia
  • Gynecological Infection
  • Intraabdominal Infections
  • Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI)
  • Osteomyelitis
  • Septic Arthritis
  • Septicemia
  • Skin Infections
  • Urinary Tract Infection
  • Uncomplicated Gonorrhea

Clinical Trials

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Posted
Study ID
Phase
Status
Sponsor
2016/04/06
Phase 2
Terminated
2015/05/20
N/A
Completed
2014/10/28
Phase 3
Completed
Cubist Pharmaceuticals LLC, a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc. (Rahway, New Jersey USA)
2014/07/28
Phase 3
Terminated
2013/11/15
Phase 3
Completed
2013/03/15
Phase 3
Completed
2012/09/21
Phase 1
Completed
2012/08/08
Phase 4
Completed
2012/07/17
Phase 3
Completed
2011/12/26
Phase 3
Completed

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NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
AbbVie Inc.
0074-3878
INTRAVENOUS
127 mg in 1 mL
2/7/2025

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