Ioflupane I-123
Generic name: ioflupane I-123 [ EYE-oh-FLOO-payne ]
Brand name: DaTscan
Dosage form: intravenous solution (74 MBq/mL)
Drug class:Diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals
What is ioflupane I-123?
Ioflupane I-123 is in a group of drugs called diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals (RAY dee oh far ma SOO tik als). Ioflupane I-123 is a radioactive agent that allows images of the brain to be detected by a gamma camera.
Ioflupane I-123 is used to detect brain signs of Parkinson's disease in people with symptoms such as tremors, loss of balance or coordination, shuffling walk, or other movement problems.
Ioflupane I-123 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Before using ioflupane I-123 tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergies, all medicines you use, and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Before taking this medicine
You should not receive ioflupane I-123 if you are allergic to it. Tell your doctor if you have ever had any type of reaction to another contrast agent, or to iodine.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
a thyroid disorder;
kidney disease;
liver disease; or
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to potassium iodide or Lugol's Solution.
Older adults may need kidney function tests before receiving ioflupane I-123. Your kidney function may also need to be watched closely after you have received ioflupane I-123.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
You should not breastfeed within 6 days after using ioflupane I-123. If you use a breast pump during this time, throw out any milk you collect. Do not feed it to your baby.
How is ioflupane I-123 given?
Ioflupane I-123 is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection about 3 to 6 hours before your radiologic test.
At least 1 hour before you are treated with ioflupane I-123, you will be given a liquid drink that contains medicine to protect your thyroid from harmful radioactive effects of ioflupane I-123.
Drink plenty of liquid before you receive ioflupane I-123, and for at least 48 hours afterward. Follow your doctor's instructions about the types and amount of liquids you should drink before and after your test. Ioflupane I-123 is radioactive and it can cause dangerous effects on your bladder i...
