IODIXANOL

Overview

IODIXANOL is a Schedule H drug.
Iodixanol is in a group of drugs called radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agents. Iodixanol contains iodine a substance that absorbs x-rays. Radiopaque contrast agents are used to allowing blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or other radiologic (x-ray) examination. Iodixanol is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the brain, blood vessels, heart, kidneys, and other internal organs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

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

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

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

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

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

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of brain tumor, head injury, epilepsy, kidney or liver disease, heart disease, congestive heart failure, sickle cell anemia, stroke, blood clots, poor blood circulation, asthma, hay fever, diabetes, poor immunity, autoimmune disorder, multiple myeloma (bone cancer), thyroid deficiency, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It should not be administered intrathecally. Drink adequate fluids to avoid dehydration. Monitor kidney function regularly while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

IODIXANOL : Arms Pain, Back Pain, Chest Discomfort, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Nausea, Body Excessive Sweating

Rare Side-Effects

IODIXANOL : Depression, Agitation, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Cough, Dizziness, Head Headache, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Vomit

Disease Interactions

IODIXANOL can interfere with: Pheochromocytoma, Sickle Cell Anemia, Acute Renal Failure, Hypertension, Acute Liver Failure, Congestive Heart Disease, Hyperthyroidism

Technical Classification

IODIXANOL is categorized as: NON-IONIC IODINATED CONTRAST MEDIA / RADIOCONTRAST AGENTS / RADIOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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