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Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection

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Product introduction

Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection is known as a contrast agent. It is injected into the body before an X-ray test or CT scan to enhance the visibility of internal body structures like blood vessels and non-bony structures.

Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection is used in diagnostic procedures.

Uses of Lek Pamidol Injection

  • Diagnostic agent

Benefits of Lek Pamidol Injection

In Diagnostic agent

Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection contains a radiopaque contrast medium indicated for radiographic examination before an x-ray or CT-scan. It helps for better visualisation 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 to diagnose the underlying problem and helps to treat you better.

Side effects of Lek Pamidol Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lek Pamidol

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Nausea
  • Hot flashes

How to use Lek Pamidol Injection

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

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lek Pamidol 300mg 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Lek Pamidol Injection?

Lek Pamidol 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection is used as a diagnostic agent to view internal body structures during X-ray or CT-scan.
  • Seek immediate medical attention in case if you observe any burning sensation, pain, or swelling at the injection site or if you have vomiting or diarrhea after Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection is administered.
  • Keep yourself well hydrated prior to and following Lek Pamidol 300mg 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.
     

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Iodobenzene Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OTHERS
Action Class
Radio contrast agents

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FAQs

Is Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection radioactive?

Yes. Iodine used in radiological studies does involves radioactivity

Is Iopamidol water soluble?

Yes. Iopamidol is a water soluble iodinated contrast agent

How does Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection work?

Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection contains iodine, works by enhancing contrasts to body parts and fluids. Lek Pamidol 300mg Injection improves the images obtained during a CT scan, so your doctor can more easily diagnose your condition.

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References

  1. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 731-32.
  2. Iopamidol. Milano - Italy: Bracco Imaging spa; 22 Mar. 1982 [revised 18 Jul. 2016]. [Accessed on 5 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Iopamidol. [Accessed on 5 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Iopamidol. Ferentino, Italy: Patheon Italia S.p.A.; 2012. [Accessed 23 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 3 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Cnergy IT Park, 3rd floor Appa Saheb Marathe Marg, Prabhadevi, Mumbai 400025
Country of origin: India

MRP
433.31
Inclusive of all taxes
20.0 ml in 1 vial
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