Warnings


What may interact with AVYCAZ?

-Estrogen or progestin hormones
-Probenecid

What should I tell my health care provider before I take AVYCAZ?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Bleeding disorder
-Kidney disease
-Liver disease
-Seizures
-Stomach or intestine problems, such as colitis
-An unusual or allergic reaction to ceftazidime, avibactam, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using AVYCAZ?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse. You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
Do not treat diarrhea with over the counter products. Contact your care team if you have diarrhea that lasts more than 2 days or if it is severe and watery.
If you have diabetes, you may get a false-positive result for sugar in your urine. Check with your care team.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
You will be instructed on how to store this medication. Protect from light. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.