Information about Diatrizoate and Iodipamide

Generic Name : Diatrizoate and Iodipamide
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Diatrizoate and Iodipamide are provided here.

Understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y57.6 Therapeutic Classification : Diagnostic Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Diatrizoate and Iodipamide

International :

Sinografin

Why is Diatrizoate and Iodipamide Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is radiopaque contrast medium, prescribed for use in hysterosalpingography (X-ray of the uterus and fallopian tubes ).

When should Diatrizoate and Iodipamide not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in pregnant women. It should not be attempted during menstrual period, within 30 days following curettage or within six months following the termination of pregnancy.

What is the dosage of Diatrizoate and Iodipamide?

The recommended dose range is 1.5 to 10 mL.

How should Diatrizoate and Iodipamide be taken?

It comes as a solution, administered via uterine cannula.

What are the warnings and precautions for Diatrizoate and Iodipamide?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of allergy to iodine, any foods, or X-ray dyes, uterine cancer, asthma, any allergy, and during breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Diatrizoate and Iodipamide?

Common- Hypersensitivity reactions, which include sweating, flushing, itching, hives, skin rashes, joint pain, respiratory distress, dizziness, syncope, low blood pressure, chills, fever, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain and tenderness.
Rare - Slow heart rate, low blood pressure, heart arrest and death.