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Ultravist 150 Injection
Manufactured byBAYER ZYDUS PHARMA PVT. LTD
ContainsIopromide
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Description
Ultravist 150 Injection is an X-ray contrast agent for intravascular use. It gives radiographic visualization of the internal structures and hence used for many intra-arterial and intravenous procedures.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Ultravist 150 Injection
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ultravist 150 Injection
Headache
Feeling of warmth or heat
Back pain
Chest pain
Abnormal vision
Frequent urge to urinate
Pale skin at injection site
Decreased heart rate
Nausea or Vomiting
Increased thirst
Tingling of the hands or feet
Difficulty in breathing
Bluish lips or skin
Uses of Ultravist 150 Injection
What is it prescribed for?
Digital subtraction angiography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in digital subtraction angiography.
Cerebral arteriography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in cerebral arteriography.
Visceral angiography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in visceral angiography.
Peripheral arteriography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in peripheral arteriography.
Peripheral venography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in peripheral venography.
Coronary arteriography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in coronary arteriography.
Excretory urography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in excretory urography.
Contrast computed tomography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in contrast computed tomography.
Left ventriculography
Ultravist 150 Injection is used as contrast media in left ventriculography.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time taken by Ultravist 150 Injection to show its effect is subject to vary based on the individual, strength, and intended use.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Ultravist 150 Injection remains effective is subject to vary based on the individual, strength, and intended use.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Ultravist 150 Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving Ultravist 150 Injection.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Ultravist 150 Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving Ultravist 150 Injection.
Allergy
Ultravist 150 Injection is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to iopromide or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Intrathecal Administration
Ultravist 150 Injection is not recommended for intrathecal administration (into the spine).
Preparatory dehydration
Prolonged fasting and bowel preparation before Ultravist 150 Injection is not recommended in children due to the risk of kidney failure.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Ultravist 150 Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving Ultravist 150 Injection.
Breast-feeding
Ultravist 150 Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving Ultravist 150 Injection.
General warnings
Kidney injury
Use of Ultravist 150 Injection may increase the risk of kidney injury and hence should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.
Hyperthyroidism
Ultravist 150 Injection should be used with caution in patients with hyperthyroidism due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of thyroid function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.
Severe local tissue damage
Extravasation during injection may result in severe local tissue damage in some patients. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Severe cutaneous adverse reactions
Use of Ultravist 150 Injection may cause severe cutaneous adverse reactions including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, etc. in some patients. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Anaphylactoid reactions
Use of Ultravist 150 Injection may cause fatal anaphylactoid reactions, especially in patients with allergic disorders. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Missed Dose
Since Ultravist 150 Injection is given during procedures, therefore the likelihood of missing a dose is very less.
Overdose
Since Ultravist 150 Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical 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.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Beta blockers
Cyclosporine
Ibuprofen
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Ultravist 150 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 Ultravist 150 Injection. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving Ultravist 150 Injection.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Ultravist 150 Injection helps to visualize the blood vessels more clearly.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Non-ionic iodinated contrast media, Diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 13 Sep 2019
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