MEDICATION TYPE
Antibiotic
INDICATIONS
Treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Burkholderia respiratory infections (covers H. influenzae).
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Warfarin
May increase INR.
NOTES
Useful in penicillin-allergic patients (low cross-reactivity).
MEDICAL WARNING
Aztreonam should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Always verify against current BNF and your local CF protocol before prescribing.