Iohexol

It is used before an x-ray or an alike test.

It is used before an x-ray or an alike test.

Iohexol is contraindicated in conditions like Cough, Dyspepsia, Fever, Pulmonary disease.

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: All products: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching ; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing ; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of kidney problems like unable to pass urine, change in how much urine is passed, blood in the urine, or a big weight gain. Injection: Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight. Chest pain or pressure. A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Shortness of breath , a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs. Seizures. Very bad headache . Change in eyesight. This medicine may cause tissue damage if the drug leaks from the vein. Tell your nurse if you have any redness, burning, pain, swelling, blisters, skin sores, or leaking of fluid where the drug is going into your body. Very bad skin reactions ( Stevens-Johnson syndrome / toxic epidermal necrolysis ) may happen from 1 hour to several weeks after getting this drug. These skin reactions can cause very bad health problems that may not go away, and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes. Injection (if given into the spine): A burning, numbness, or tingling feeling that is not normal. Liquid: Swelling.

Iohexol should be administered with great caution in patients with asthma and history of allergy, and should be avoided to patients with known hypersensitivity to iodine or contrast media. Caution is needed in patients with severe hepatic (liver) or renal impairment or who may be at a risk of renal failure. Dehydration patients should have their fluid and electrolyte balance corrected before administration of contrast medium. It should be used with extreme caution in patients with hypertension, cardiac disease, pheochromocytoma, sickle-cell anemia or hypothyroidism. Avoid use during pregnancy.

Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, and Geriatrics.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

10 to 17 ml (14 (13.5)) As recommended. IT — Lumbar myelography by lumbar injection: 10 to 17 mL of a solution containing the equivalent of 180 mg of iodine per mL 12.5 ml (12 (12.5)) As recommended. IT — Lumbar myelography by lumbar injection: 12.5 mL of a solution containing the equivalent of 240 mg of iodine per mL. 50 ml (50 (50)) As recommended. IV — Urography, excretory: Intravenous, 50 mL of a solution containing the equivalent of 240 mg of iodine per mL. {68} 50 to 200 ml (120 (125)) As recommended. IV — CT of the body: Intravenous, by rapid injection or infusion, 50 to 200 mL, of a solution containing the equivalent of 300 mg of iodine per mL; or 60 to 100 mL of a solution containing the equivalent of 350 mg of iodine per mL. 6 to 10 ml (8 (8)) As recommended. IT — Thoracic myelography by lumbar or cervical injection: 6 to 10 mL of a solution containing the equivalent of 300 mg of iodine per mL. {68} 6 to 12.5 ml (9.2 (9.25)) As recommended. IT — Thoracic myelography by lumbar or cervical injection—: 6 to 12.5 mL of a solution containing the equivalent of 240 mg of iodine per mL

No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

No data regarding the interactions of Iohexol was found.

Inj Store Between 15°C-30°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight.