Uroscan 76 Injection

Uroscan 76 Injection is a combination of two radiopaque contrast dyes. This prescription diagnostic medicine helps in scanning the internal organs and their functioning for an accurate diagnosis. Thus, it helps in preventing future diseases.

Uroscan 76 Injection must be administered by healthcare professionals under the doctor’s supervision. It may cause pain and irritation but it is usually transient and goes away with time. It is very essential to tell your doctor, if you have any health issues such as heart, liver, or kidney disease. Special caution should be taken for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Immediate medical care is advised in case of any allergic reactions (shortness of breath, swelling, and rashes).

Diagnostic agent

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

Uroscan 76 Injection is a combination of two radioopaque contrast dyes. Meglumine Diatrizoate and Sodium Diatrizoate, when injected into the body through blood vessels it helps in scanning the internal organs and their functioning for an accurate diagnosis. Thus, helps in preventing future diseases.

Q: What if you forget to take this medicine?
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Uroscan 76 Injection is used as a diagnostic agent.

Uroscan 76 Injection is given by a trained healthcare professional, typically in a hospital or radiology center.

Before the procedure, share your detailed medical history, including any allergies, previous reactions to contrast agents, and current medications with the healthcare provider.

Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions, especially kidney disease, as this medicine can affect kidney function.

Inform your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as hives, itching, difficulty breathing, or swelling.

In Diagnostic agent

Uroscan 76 Injection contains radiopaque contrast mediums indicated for radiographic examination using x-rays. 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 eye. This enables the doctor to diagnose the underlying problem and helps to treat you better.

Nausea

Vomiting

Vasodilation

Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

Dizziness

Inflammation of the nose

Cough

Urticaria

Injection site pain

Painful erythematous swelling

Taste change

Osmotic nephrosis

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Uroscan 76 Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Uroscan 76 Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Uroscan 76 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:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Uroscan 76 Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Uroscan 76 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Uroscan 76 Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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