IOVERSOL

Overview

IOVERSOL is a Schedule H drug.
Ioversol is a radiopaque contrast agent. Ioversol contains iodine a substance that absorbs x-rays. 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. Ioversol is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the heart, brain, and blood vessels.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

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, blood clots, head injury, bleeding disorder, kidney or liver disease, heart disease, sickle cell anemia, stroke, multiple myeloma, thyroid disorder, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may lead to dehydration in patients with preexisting vascular disease and diabetic patients; drink adequate water. In patients with CBS deficiency (homocystinuria), angiography should be avoided; otherwise it may lead to blood clots.

Rare Side-Effects

IOVERSOL : Skin Rash, Hives, Back Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Chest Discomfort, Tightness, Confusion, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Noisy Breathing, Difficulty Urinating, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Irregular Heartbeat

Disease Interactions

IOVERSOL can interfere with: Pheochromocytoma, Sickle Cell Anemia, Hyperthyroidism, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes Mellitus, Multiple Myeloma, Congestive Heart Disease

Technical Classification

IOVERSOL 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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