PERFLUTREN

Overview

PERFLUTREN is a Schedule H drug.
Perflutren is an ultrasound contrast agent that is used to improve the quality of an echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart). Perflutren works by changing the way ultrasound waves travel within your heart. This helps the ultrasound portray a sharper image of your heart.
Perflutren is used to allow certain segments of the heart to be seen more clearly on an echocardiogram.

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

Caution should be exercised in patients with history lung disease, or heart disease, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Patient may develop with increased risk of fatal cardiac or respiratory arrest; if it is so consult with your doctor immediately.

Common Side-Effects

PERFLUTREN : Chest Pain, Fever, Chills, Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

PERFLUTREN : Hives, Skin Rash, Irregular Heartbeat, Body Itching

Technical Classification

PERFLUTREN is categorized as: ULTRASOUND CONTRAST MEDIA / RADIOCONTRAST AGENTS / RADIOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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