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Overview
CONTRAPAQUE 300MG INFUSION is a Schedule H drug.CONTRAPAQUE 300MG INFUSION is composed of: IOHEXOL (300.0 MG)
Iohexol is used in diagnosis of disease of spinal cord.Iohexol belongs to a class of drugs known as radiographic contrast agents. It enhances imaging due to its high Iodine content attenuating the beam of X-rays during examination.It is used before an x-ray or an alike test.
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: Ask your doctor
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
Precautions for CONTRAPAQUE 300MG INFUSION and its Constituents
- You should not use Iohexol,if you are allergic to it.
- Do not take iohexol if you are pregnant.
- Your blood work may need to be checked.
- Use with care in children.
- Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else’s drugs. Keep yourself well hydrated before consumption of any contrast media to prevent any kidney damage.
- Inform your doctor if you are diabetic or if you have cancer, pheochromocytoma, blood disorder or thyroid disorder or if you have a history of fits, heart diseases, multiple sclerosis or alcoholism.
- Seek immediate medical attention if you experience chest pain spreading to other parts of body, headache, and numbness after receiving iohexol.
- Patient with any local or systemic infection which may cause infection in blood or receiving other medicine such as corticosteroids in case the contrast media has to be administered intrathecal (within the layers of spinal cord) should avoid taking Iohexol.
- Drink lots of noncaffeine liquids after using iohexol unless told to drink less liquid by your doctor.
Common Side-Effects
IOHEXOL : Diarrhoea, Gas, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Head Headache, Decreased Taste, Dizziness, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Stiff Neck, Loose Motion, Nausea, VomitSerious Side-Effects
IOHEXOL : Seizure, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, Sudden Numbness Or Weakness On One Side Of Body, Difficulty Talking, Loss Of Balance, Drooping Of One Side Of Face, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Shortness Of Breath, Weight Gain, Arms Swelling, Eyes Eye Irritation, Mouth Soreness, Throat SorenessRare Side-Effects
IOHEXOL : Blood Pressure, Low, Heart Attack, BLOOD CLOTTechnical Classification
IOHEXOL is categorized as: NON-IONIC IODINATED CONTRAST MEDIA / RADIOCONTRAST AGENTS / RADIOLOGIC AGENTSAvailable Alternatives for CONTRAPAQUE 300MG INFUSION
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| CONTRAPAQUE 300MG INFUSION | INR 1754.8 for 100 ML INFUSION | IOHEXOL 300.0 MG |
| CONTRAPAQUE 300MG INJ | INR 355 for 20 ML INJECTION | IOHEXOL 300.0 MG |
| OMNIPAQUE 300MG INJ | INR 792 for 10 ML INJECTION | IOHEXOL 300.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| CONTRAPAQUE 240MG INFUSION | INR 964.33 for 50 ML INFUSION | IOHEXOL 240.0 MG |
| CONTRAPAQUE 350MG INFUSION | INR 581 for 50 ML INFUSION | IOHEXOL 350.0 MG |
| IOHEXOL | IOHEXOL | |
| OMNIPAQUE 350MG INFUSION | INR 1680 for 100 ML INFUSION | IOHEXOL 350.0 MG |