ETHIODIZED OIL

Overview

ETHIODIZED OIL is a Schedule H drug.
Ethiodized oil injection is an oil-based radiopaque contrast agent. Contrast agents are used to help create a clear picture of the body during different medical procedures,those are Hysterosalpingography,Lymphography and Imaging of liver tumors in adults.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • You should not use ethiodized oil,if you are allergic to it.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with cancer, pregnant and breastfeeding women.
  •  It should not be injected intrathecally or intravascularly, or used in bronchography.
  • Thyroid function tests should be performed prior to the administration of this medication.

Common Side-Effects

ETHIODIZED OIL : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Abdomen Pain, Fever, Cough

Serious Side-Effects

ETHIODIZED OIL : Pulmonary Embolism, Anaphylaxis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Difficulty Breathing, Anxiety, Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Dizziness, Fainting, Difficulty Swallowing, Face Swelling, Mouth Swelling, Hands Swelling

Technical Classification

ETHIODIZED OIL is categorized as: IODINATED CONTRAST MEDIA / RADIOCONTRAST AGENTS / RADIOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

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