INDOCYANINE GREEN

Overview

INDOCYANINE GREEN is a Schedule H drug.
Indocyanine green injection is a medical dye used in tests to help determine cardiac (heart) output, liver function, and blood flow in the liver. It is also used to help certain parts of the eye to become more visible during medical procedures such as angiography.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

 Avoid excess dosage.

Rare Side-Effects

INDOCYANINE GREEN : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching

Technical Classification

INDOCYANINE GREEN is categorized as:
  • MISCELLANEOUS DIAGNOSTIC DYES / RADIOCONTRAST AGENTS / RADIOLOGIC AGENTS
  • OPHTHALMIC DIAGNOSTIC AGENTS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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