Omnipaque Injection 350 mg 1 Vialx100 mL works by adding contrast to body parts and fluids in these imaging tests.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Omnipaque Injection 350 mg 1 Vialx100 mL

Headache and dizziness

Confusion

Unusual tiredness or weakness

Skin Rash

Joint or muscle pain

Skin discoloration

Uses of Omnipaque Injection 350 mg 1 Vialx100 mL
What is it prescribed for?

Myelography
Contrapaque 300 Injection is used as a contrast media in cervical and lumbar myelography.

Excretory urography
Contrapaque 300 Injection is used as a contrast media in excretory urography.

Digital subtraction angiography
Contrapaque 300 Injection is used as a contrast media in digital subtraction angiography for observing the blood vessels in a bony or dense soft tissue environment.

Head Imaging
Contrapaque 300 Injection is used as a contrast media in head imaging.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The amount of time required for this contrast agent to show its effect is subject to vary based on the individual, strength, and intended use.

Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this contrast agent remains effective is subject to vary based on the individual, strength, and intended use.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
Contrapaque 300 Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this contrast agent.

Usage while breast-feeding?
Contrapaque 300 Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this contrast agent.

When not to use?

Allergy
Contrapaque 300 Injection is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Omnipaque Injection 350 mg 1 Vialx100 mL or any other ingredients present in the formulation.

Bacterial infections
This contrast agent is not recommended for use in patients with significant bacterial infection due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
Contrapaque 300 Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this contrast agent.

Breast-feeding
Contrapaque 300 Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this contrast agent.

General Warnings

Intrathecal Use
Some formulations of this contrast agent are intended for intrathecal use. Appropriate risks and benefits must be assessed before administering through the intrathecal route as there is an increased risk of complications which are serious or life-threatening.

Skin reactions
Contrapaque 300 Injection should be used with caution since it may increase the risk of serious skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, etc. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Kidney/Liver Disease
Contrapaque 300 Injection should be used with extreme caution in patients with combined kidney/liver disease due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Seizures
Contrapaque 300 Injection should be used with extreme caution in patients with seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since this contrast agent is mostly given before and during a diagnostic procedure, the likelihood of missing a dose is very less.

Overdose
Since Contrapaque 300 Injection is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Aciclovir severe

Acebutolol moderate

Ofloxacin severe

Metformin severe

Methamphetamine severe

Disease interactions

moderate
Contrapaque 300 Injection should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.

General Instructions

Contrapaque 300 Injection is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this contrast agent. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this contrast agent.

Other details

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

References

webmd.com –
Iohexol [Internet].
Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-176016/iohexol-oral/details
[cited 23/7/2020].