achievement Avycaz (Intravenous) Generic Name: ceftazidime and avibactam (Intravenous route) sef-TAZ-i-deem, a-vi-BAK-tam Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Commonly used brand name(s) In the U.S. Avycaz Available Dosage Forms: Powder for Solution Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic Combination Pharmacologic Class: 3rd Generation Cephalosporin Slideshow The Shocking Truth About Antibiotic Resistance Uses For Avycaz Ceftazidime and avibactam injection is given in combination with metronidazole to treat infections in many different parts of the body. It belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections. This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor. Before Using Avycaz In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered: Allergies Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully. Pediatric Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of Avycaz in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established. Geriatric Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of Avycaz in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving this medicine. Pregnancy Pregnancy Category Explanation All Trimesters B Animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus. Breast Feeding There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding. Interactions with Medicines Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are receiving this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive. Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines. Cholera Vaccine, Live Probenecid Warfarin Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines. Chloramphenicol Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco. Other Medical Problems The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially: Allergy to penicillin, history of May increase risk of an allergic reaction to occur again. Brain disease (eg, encephalopathy) or Diarrhea, severe, history of or Myoclonus (muscle twitching or jerking) or Seizures Use with caution. May make these conditions worse. Kidney disease Use with caution. The effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body. Proper Use of Avycaz A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine in a hospital. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins. Precautions While Using Avycaz Your doctor will check your progress closely while you are receiving this medicine . This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to receive it and to check for unwanted effects. This medicine may cause serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a rash, itching, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine. Serious skin reactions can occur with this medicine. Check with your doctor right away if you have blistering, peeling, or loose skin, red skin lesions, severe acne or skin rash, sores or ulcers on the skin, or fever or chills while you are using this medicine. This medicine may cause diarrhea, and in some cases it can be severe. It may occur 2 months or more after you stop using this medicine. Do not take any medicine to treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor. If you have any questions or if mild diarrhea continues or gets worse, check with your doctor. Check with your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms while receiving this medicine: confusion, loss of consciousness, jerking or twitching of the muscles, seizures, seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there, or severe sleepiness. Before you have any medical tests, tell the medical doctor in charge that you are receiving this medicine. The results of some tests may be affected by this medicine. Avycaz Side Effects Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur: Less common or rare Agitation black, tarry stools bleeding gums blood in the urine or stools bluish color changes in skin color chest pain chills coma confusion convulsions cough decreased urine dizziness fever headache hostility increased thirst irregular heartbeat lethargy loss of appetite muscle pain or cramps muscle twitching nausea or vomiting numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips painful or difficult urination pinpoint red spots on the skin rapid weight gain seizures sore throat sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth stupor swelling of the face, ankles, hands, foot, or leg swollen glands tenderness unusual bleeding or bruising unusual tiredness or weakness Incidence not known Difficulty swallowing fast heartbeat hives, itching, or skin rash puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue tightness in the chest Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: More common Abdominal or stomach pain diarrhea difficulty having a bowel movement (stool) Less common or rare Change in taste loss of taste redness of the skin white patches in the mouth or throat or on the tongue white patches with diaper rash Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. 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