Liquid E-Z Paque
Generic name:barium sulfate
Dosage form: oral suspension
Drug class:Non-iodinated contrast media
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 21, 2022.
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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Liquid E-Z-PAQUE is indicated for use in single contrast radiographic examinations of the esophagus, stomach, and small bowel to visualize the gastrointestinal (GI) tract in adult and pediatric patients.
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Recommended Dosage
The optimal oral dose of Liquid E-Z-PAQUE will vary depending on the size and anatomy of the patient and the procedure being performed. The recommended oral dose of Liquid E-Z-PAQUE:
- Adults: 150 to 750 mL (87 g to 435 g of barium sulfate, respectively). Volumes closer to 150 mL are recommended for examination of the esophagus and stomach and volumes up to 750 mL are recommended for examination of the small bowel
- Pediatric Patients: Adjust dose based on GI volume
- For examinations of the upper GI tract, administer a volume sufficient to fully distend the esophagus or stomach.
- For small bowel examinations:
- Age birth to less than 2 years: 30 mL to 75 mL
- Age 2 years to less than 17 years: 75 mL to 480 mL
Administration Instructions
- For oral use only
- Shake bottle vigorously for 30 seconds prior to oral administration to fully suspend product
- Administer undiluted
- Ensure patients have nothing by mouth for the following time period prior to the examination:
- Neonates and Infants < 3 months 2 hours
- Infants 3-12 months 3 hours
- > 12 months of age 4 hours
- Discard any unused suspension
- Encourage patients to maintain hydration following the barium sulfate procedure
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
Liquid E-Z-PAQUE oral suspension: 213 grams of barium sulfate supplied as a suspension (60 % w/v) in a single-dose bottle.
MEDICAL DEPARTMENTS
Cardiology
Pediatrics
Diabetes Care
Pre-natal Care
Ultrasound Echocardiogram