Azidocillin Sodium
Azidocillin Sodium is a penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, making it effective against susceptible organisms. This medication is typically prescribed for respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and other conditions caused by penicillin-sensitive bacteria.
Azidocillin Sodium is a penicillin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections by inhibiting bacterial cell wall growth.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 236787
- Generic
- Azidocillin Sodium
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Dosage and administration
- Usual dose
- 500mg twice daily
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- every 12 hours
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
- Usual dose
- 250mg twice daily
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- every 12 hours
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
- Usual dose
- 400mg daily
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- once daily
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
Overdose information
Special Populations
9 groupspregnancy
first trimesteruse lowest effective dose
use only if clearly needed and benefits outweigh potential risks
standard prenatal care
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pregnancy
second trimesteruse lowest effective dose
use only if clearly needed and benefits outweigh potential risks
standard prenatal care
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pregnancy
third trimesteruse lowest effective dose
use only if clearly needed benefits outweigh potential risks
standard prenatal care
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
lactation
breastfeedingno adjustment needed
generally considered compatible with breastfeeding
monitor infant for gastrointestinal disturbances
geriatric
elderlyadjust dose based on renal function
assess renal function before dosing adjust if creatinine clearance is reduced
monitor renal function and for adverse effects
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pediatric_age
childrendose based on weight
use in children only for indicated infections under medical supervision
monitor for allergic reactions and gastrointestinal effects
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
renal_impairment
mild to moderatedose reduction may be required
reduce dose in patients with creatinine clearance below 30 mL/min
monitor renal function and drug levels if available
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
renal_impairment
severesignificant dose reduction required
use with caution in severe renal impairment reduce dose and extend interval
close monitoring of renal function and drug levels
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
hepatic_impairment
moderateno major adjustment typically required
use with caution in hepatic impairment
monitor liver function tests
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
Statistics and clinical data
Drug class
Antibiotic classification based on chemical structure and mechanism of action
Mechanism of action
Pharmacological mechanism of action
Common therapeutic uses
Approved indications for Azidocillin Sodium
Respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, ear infections, and other conditions caused by susceptible bacteria typically treated with penicillin-type antibiotics.
As a beta-lactam antibiotic, azidocillin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to bacterial cell death.
Should not be used in patients with penicillin allergy. May cause gastrointestinal side effects and allergic reactions. Effectiveness may be reduced when taken with tetracyclines or macrolides. Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve.
Contraindications
Conditions and patient states where this medication should be avoided or used with caution.
Do not use (1)
Known allergy to this medication or its components
Use caution (1)
Consult healthcare provider for benefits vs risks assessment
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 24, 2026. · Read our editorial policy