Visipaque
Generic name:iodixanol [ EYE-oh-DIX-an-ol ]
Drug class:Non-ionic iodinated contrast media
What is Visipaque?
Visipaque is in a group of drugs called radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agents. This medicine contains iodine, a substance that absorbs x-rays. Radiopaque contrast agents are used to allow blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or other radiologic (x-ray) examination.
Visipaque is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the brain, blood vessels, heart, kidneys, and other internal organs.
Visipaque may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Visipaque should not be given to a child who has recently used a laxative (stool softener) or has not eaten properly.
Before taking this medicine
Visipaque should not be given to a child who has recently used a laxative (stool softener) or has not eaten properly.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any type of reaction to another contrast agent.
To make sure Visipaque is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
liver or kidney disease;
heart disease, including congestive heart failure;
a history of stroke, blood clots, or coronary artery disease;
epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
sickle cell anemia;
diabetes;
an active infection;
a weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicine);
an autoimmune disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or psoriasis;
pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland);
multiple myeloma (bone cancer); or
thyroid disorder, including cancer.
It is not known whether Visipaque will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether iodixanol passes into breast milk or if it could affect the nursing baby. You should not breast-feed within 10 hours after receiving iodixanol. If you use a breast pump during this time, throw out any milk you collect. Do not feed it to your baby.
How is Visipaque used?
Visipaque is injected into a vein...
