Tricarbocyanine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

Information about Tricarbocyanine

Generic Name : Tricarbocyanine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Tricarbocyanine 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 Tricarbocyanine

International :

Ic- Green

Why is Tricarbocyanine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a sterile tricarbocyanine dye, prescribed for determining heart function, liver function, and ophthalmic angiography.

When should Tricarbocyanine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Tricarbocyanine?

The usual dose for- Adults -5.0 mg.
Children -2.5 mg.
Infants -1.25 mg.

How should Tricarbocyanine be taken?

It comes as a powder (diluted with fluid) for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider via a cardiac catheter into selected sites.

What are the side effects of Tricarbocyanine?

Anaphylactic reactions.

What are the other precautions for Tricarbocyanine?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Tricarbocyanine?

Store at 15° to 25° C (59° to 77°).