
Ultravist 370mg I/ml Injection
Manufacturer
Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition
Iopromide (370mg I/ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Ultravist 370mg I/ml Injection is a contrast agent used to enhance the visibility of internal body structures during X-ray tests or CT scans.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Ultravist 370mg I/ml Injection is administered by a healthcare professional in a hospital and clinical setting. This medicine should not be self-administered. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, injection site reactions, vasodilatation, vomiting, back pain, frequent urge to urinate, chest pain, taste change, and abnormal vision. If you experience any of this side effect and it bothers you, let your doctor know.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Headache Nausea Injection site reactions Vasodilatation Vomiting Back pain Frequent urge to urinate Chest pain Taste change Abnormal vision
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ultravist 370mg I/ml Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ultravist 370mg I/ml Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ultravist 370mg I/ml Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
How it works
Iopromide belongs to a class of drugs known as Iodinated radiographic contrast agent. It enhances imaging due to its high Iodine content attenuating the beam of X-rays during examination.
Quick Tips
Ultravist 370mg I/ml Injection is used as a diagnostic agent to view internal body structures during X-ray or CT-scan. Keep yourself well hydrated prior to and following Ultravist 370mg I/ml Injection administration. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, food, or if you had any reactions to previous injections of substances used for X-ray procedures. Inform your doctor if you have a history of diabetes, liver, kidney, heart, or nervous system disease, overactive thyroid, or sickle cell disease. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions
Is Iopromide radioactive?
No. Iopromide is not radioactive.
Is Iopromide water soluble?
Yes. Iopromide is a water-soluble X-ray contrast agent for intravascular administration.