Sodium Ioxaglate
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
It is used before an x-ray or an alike test.
Indications
It is used before an x-ray or an alike test.
Contraindications
Sodium Ioxaglate is contraindicated in conditions like Myelography.
Side Effects
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:
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. Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or
yellow skin or eyes. Sneezing. Stuffy nose. Cough . Choking. Shortness of breath . Blue or gray skin color. Chest pain or pressure or a fast heartbeat . A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight. Seizures. 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.
Warnings
Apart from water for injection and dextrose saline,Sodium ioxaglate should not to be mixed with any other substance. Sodium ioxaglate should be used with caution in patients with asthma and allergy.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction.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.
Adult Dosage
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Sodium Ioxaglate was found.
Storage
Protect from Sunlight.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.