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avibactam
Indications:
- used in combination with ceftazidime (Avycaz)for treatment of
- complicated intra-abdominal infections
- Avycaz used with metronidazole
- complicated urinary tract infections (pyelonephritis)
Contraindications:
- caution in patients with renal impairment
Adverse effects:
- anxiety, constipation, nausea, vomiting
Mechanism of action:
- beta-lactamase inhibitor
General
beta-lactamase inhibitor
References
- Kelley KJ, Sofair A, Chavey WE
New Combo Antibacterial Approved for Complicated Intra-Abdominal
Infections, UTIs
Physician's First Watch, Feb 27, 2015
David G. Fairchild, MD, MPH, Editor-in-Chief
Massachusetts Medical Society
http://www.jwatch.org
- FDA News Release. February 25, 2015
FDA approves new antibacterial drug Avycaz
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm435629.htm
Component-of
avibactam/ceftazidime (Avycaz)
ceftazidime-avibactam