Oxoid Ceftazidime/Avibactam (30/20) 50 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs

Oxoid™ Ceftazidime/Avibactam (30/20) 50 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs

Product Overview

Oxoid™ Ceftazidime/Avibactam (30/20) 50 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs are designed for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) in clinical, hospital, and research microbiology laboratories. These discs are used in the disc diffusion method to evaluate bacterial sensitivity to Ceftazidime in combination with Avibactam, a β-lactamase inhibitor.

Ceftazidime/Avibactam is effective against a broad range of Gram-negative bacteria, including multidrug-resistant strains producing extended-spectrum β-lactamases (ESBLs) and carbapenemases. Oxoid Ceftazidime/Avibactam discs allow laboratories to classify bacterial isolates as susceptible, intermediate, or resistant, supporting appropriate clinical therapy decisions.

Key Features

• Standardized Antibiotic Potency: Each disc contains 30 µg of Ceftazidime and 20 µg of Avibactam (total 50 µg) for consistent and reproducible testing.

• Designed for Disc Diffusion AST: Ideal for routine antimicrobial susceptibility testing in microbiology laboratories.

• Convenient Cartridge Format: Supplied in spring-loaded cartridges for safe and easy dispensing.

• Moisture-Protected Packaging: Individually sealed cartridges include desiccant to maintain disc stability and potency.

• High-Quality Manufacturing: Produced by Thermo Fisher Scientific under strict quality control standards.

Applications

Oxoid Ceftazidime/Avibactam (30/20) 50 µg discs are widely used for in vitro antimicrobial susceptibility testing of Gram-negative bacterial isolates in:

• Clinical microbiology laboratories

• Hospital diagnostic laboratories

• Pharmaceutical and research laboratories

• Public health and epidemiology laboratories

The disc diffusion method allows microbiologists to measure zones of inhibition, helping detect resistant bacterial strains and evaluate the effectiveness of this combination therapy.

Product Specifications

Benefits for Laboratories

• Provides reliable and reproducible susceptibility testing results

• Detects multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria, including ESBL and carbapenemase producers

• Easy-to-use cartridge system for routine laboratory workflows

• Maintains stability through moisture-controlled packaging

• Ideal for clinical diagnostics and microbiological research

Conclusion

Oxoid™ Ceftazidime/Avibactam (30/20) 50 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs provide a dependable solution for routine antimicrobial susceptibility testing in microbiology laboratories. Manufactured by Thermo Fisher Scientific, these discs ensure precise antibiotic potency and reliable performance, helping laboratories accurately determine bacterial sensitivity and guide effective treatment of multidrug-resistant infections.