It comes as a powder (to be diluted with fluid) to take by mouth usually 15 to 30 minutes prior to test procedure.
Enema, from 500 mL to 1000 mL of a 15 to 25 percent solution.
Infants and Children - Oral, from 30 mL to 75 mL of a 20 to 40 percent solution.
Enema, from 100 mL to 500 mL of a 10 to 15 percent solution, depending on weight of patient.
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Dosage & When it is to be taken
Adults - Oral, from 90 mL to 180 mL of a 25 to 40 percent solution.Enema, from 500 mL to 1000 mL of a 15 to 25 percent solution.
Infants and Children - Oral, from 30 mL to 75 mL of a 20 to 40 percent solution.
Enema, from 100 mL to 500 mL of a 10 to 15 percent solution, depending on weight of patient.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in pregnant women.Drug Name : Diatrizoate
This medication is a radiocontrast agent, prescribed for radiographic examination of the gastrointestinal tract.Trade Names/Brand Names of Diatrizoate
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