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Medicine Details

Contrapaque 300mg Injection

Manufacturer: J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition: Iohexol (300mg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Diagnostic agent Contrapaque 300mg Injection contains a radiopaque contrast medium indicated for radiographic examination using x-rays. It helps for better visualization of the parts where it is injected by a radiologist or a nurse and helps in diagnosing problems in the inside areas that are not visible to the naked eyes. This enables you to diagnose the underlying problem and helps to treat you better.

Benefits: Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Description: Contrapaque 300mg Injection is known as a contrast agent. It is injected into the body before an X-ray test to enhance the visibility of internal body structures. Contrapaque 300mg Injection is injected by the doctor during the X-ray examination. The amount you are given will depend on what you are being treated for and how much you need for the examination procedure. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Most of these usually go away within a short time of the injection. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse. It is advisable to stay hydrated before the procedure starts to prevent kidney damage. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

How to Use: Iohexol belongs to a class of drugs known as radiographic contrast agents. It enhances imaging due to its high Iodine content attenuating the beam of X-rays during examination.

Safety Advice: Contrapaque 300mg Injection is given before imaging test, so it is important to take it at the time as advised by the doctor. If you miss the dose, your test results can be inaccurate.

If Missed: vial of 20 ml Injection

Packaging: Vial

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Diagnostic agent

Side Effects: Vomiting | Diarrhea

Alcohol Interaction: UNSAFE

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: CAUTION

Liver Interaction: CAUTION