Omnipaque 350mg Infusion 50 ml in 1 bottle

All Details About Omnipaque 350mg Infusion

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Omnipaque 350mg Infusion

Description:

Omnipaque 350mg Infusion is known as a contrast agent. It is injected into the body before an X-ray test to enhance the visibility of internal body structures.

Omnipaque 350mg Infusion is injected by the doctor during the X-ray examination. The amount you are given will depend on what you are being treated for and how much you need for the examination procedure.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Most of these usually go away within a short time of the injection. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse. It is advisable to stay hydrated before the procedure starts to prevent kidney damage. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Uses:

Diagnostic agent

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self-administer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Omnipaque

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Omnipaque 350mg Infusion.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Omnipaque 350mg Infusion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Omnipaque 350mg Infusion is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Omnipaque 350mg Infusion alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Omnipaque 350mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Omnipaque 350mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Omnipaque 350mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Omnipaque 350mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q. How does Iohexol work?

Iohexol contains iodine and works by enhancing contrasts to body parts and fluids. Iohexol improves the images obtained during a CT scan for easily diagnose your condition

Q. Is Iohexol radioactive?

No, it is not radioactive

Q. Is Iohexol water soluble?

Affirmative. Iohexol is a water soluble iodinated contrast medium.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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