IODIXANOL

(eye oh DIX an ol) Brand: Visipaque

What is the most significant information I must know about iodixanol?

• Speak your doctor if you have asthma, hay fever, or a history of food or drug allergies, especially if you have had any type of reaction to other contrast agent.

• Drink extra fluids till and after you receive iodixanol. This medicine can reason you to get dehydrated, which can lead to dangerous effects on your kidneys. Follow your doctor's instructions about the types and amount of fluids you must drink till and after your test.

• Older adults may need particular care in avoiding dehydration by drinking extra fluids till and after the radiologic test. Your kidney function may also need to be watched closely after you have received iodixanol.

• Iodixanol must not be given to a baby who has recently used a laxative (stool softener) or has not eaten properly till the test. You must not receive iodixanol if you have any type of active infection.

What is iodixanol?

• Iodixanol is in a group of drugs called radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agents. Iodixanol contains iodine, a stuff that absorbs x-rays. Radiopaque contrast agents are used to let blood vessels, organs, and another non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or another radiologic (x-ray) examination.

• Iodixanol is used to help diagnose determined disorders of the brain, blood vessels, and kidneys.

• Iodixanol may also be used for purposes another than those listed in this medicine guide.

What must I discuss with my health care provider till receiving iodixanol?

• Speak your doctor if you have ever had any type of reaction to other contrast agent.

• Till receiving iodixanol, speak your doctor if you have:

· a brain tumor or hematoma;

· a last head or brain injury;

· epilepsy or another seizure disorder;

· kidney disease;

· liver disease;

· heart malady, including congestive heart failure;

· sickle cell anemia;

· a history of stroke, blood clots, or circulation problems;

· asthma, hay fever, or a history of food or drug allergies;

· diabetes;

· a weak immune system caused by malady or by taking determined medicines such as steroids or cancer treatment;

· an autoimmune mess such as lupus, multiple sclerosis, or rheumatoid arthritis;

· multiple myeloma (bone cancer);

· pheochromocytoma;

· a thyroid disorder.

• If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to receive iodixanol, or you may need a dosage adjustment or particular trials during treatment.

• FDA pregnancy category B. This medicine is not expected to be deleterious to an unborn child. Speak your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

• It is not known whether iodixanol passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing child. Do not use this medicine without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How is iodixanol used?

• Iodixanol is given as an injection through a needle placed into a vein. You will receive this injection in a clinic or hospital setting, just till your radiologic test.

What happens if I miss a dose?

• Since iodixanol is used only during your radiologic test, you will not be on a dosing schedule.

What happens if I overdose?

• Search abnormal medical attention if you think you have received too many of this medication. Symptoms of an iodixanol overdose may include difficulty breathing, quick or pounding heartbeats, and seizure (convulsions).

What must I avoid while receiving iodixanol?

• Do not let yourself to become dehydrated during the first little days after receiving iodixanol. Call your doctor if you have any vomiting or diarrhea during this time. Follow your doctor's instructions about the types and amount of fluids you must drink.

What are the possible side effects of iodixanol?

• Get abnormal medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your person, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

· urinating smaller than normal or not at all;

· sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;

· sudden headache, confusion, problems with vision, speech, or balance;

· seizure (convulsions);

· feeling light-headed, fainting;

· swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet;

· chest pain or hard feeling, pain spreading to the hand or shoulder, nausea, sweating, common ill feeling;

· wheezing or trouble breathing; or

· fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms.

• Another smaller serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

· headache, dizziness, nervousness;

· nausea, vomiting;

· pain, warmth, or cool feeling where the medication was injected;

· numbness, warmth, or tingly feeling;

· unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth;

· skin redness or itching; or

· sleep problems (insomnia).

• Side effects another than those listed here may also occur. Conversation to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What another drugs will affect iodixanol?

• There may be another drugs that can affect iodixanol. Speak your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal commodity, and drugs predesigned by another doctors. Do not start using a new medicine without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

• Your doctor or pharmacist has more information about iodixanol written for health professionals that you may read.

Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.

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