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GE Omnipaque Injection

Iohexol (350mg I/ml)
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GE Omnipaque Injection is known as a contrast agent. It is injected into the body before an X-ray test to enhance the visibility of internal body structures.

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana, PGDHHM, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 22 Dec 2025 | 01:00 AM (IST)
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General Information

Contains

Iohexol (350mg I/ml)

Marketer

GE Healthcare Inc

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

GE Omnipaque Injection is injected by the doctor during the X-ray examination. The amount you are given will depend on what you are being treated for and how much you need for the examination procedure. 
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Most of these usually go away within a short time of the injection. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse. It is advisable to stay hydrated before the procedure starts to prevent kidney damage. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Uses of GE Injection

  • Diagnostic agent

Benefits of GE Injection

Diagnostic agent
GE Omnipaque Injection contains a radiopaque contrast medium indicated for radiographic examination using x-rays. It helps for better visualization 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 you to diagnose the underlying problem and helps to treat you better.

Side effects of GE 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 GE
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea

How to use GE Injection

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

How GE Injection works

Iohexol belongs to a class of drugs known as radiographic contrast agents. It enhances imaging due to its high Iodine content attenuating the beam of X-rays during examination. .

Quick tips

  • GE Omnipaque Injection is used as a diagnostic agent to view internal body structures during X-ray or CT-scan.
  • Keep yourself well hydrated prior to and following GE Omnipaque 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.
  • Seek immediate medical attention if you experience chest pain spreading to other parts of the body, headache, and numbness after receiving GE Omnipaque Injection.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have any disease condition.
     

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with GE Omnipaque Injection
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
GE Omnipaque Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether GE Omnipaque Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
GE Omnipaque Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
GE Omnipaque Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking GE with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Life-threatening

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Chlorpromazine 48 hours before and At least 24 hours after consuming Iohexol.
Life-threatening

Chlorpromazine (Injection Route)

Do not consume Chlorpromazine 48 hours before and At least 24 hours after consuming Iohexol.
Life-threatening

Fluphenazine (Injection Route)

Do not consume Fluphenazine 48 hours before and At least 24 hours after consuming Iohexol.
Life-threatening

Fluphenazine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Fluphenazine 48 hours before and At least 24 hours after consuming Iohexol.
Life-threatening

Prochlorperazine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Prochlorperazine 48 hours before and At least 24 hours after consuming Iohexol.

Frequently asked questions

Iohexol contains iodine and works by enhancing contrasts to body parts and fluids. Iohexol improves the images obtained during a CT scan for easily diagnose your condition
No, it is not radioactive
Yes. Iohexol is a water soluble iodinated contrast medium.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

O- haloacetanilides

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OTHERS

Action Class

X-ray Contrast Media (Diagnostic Agents)

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. p. 730.
  2. Iohexol. Cork, Ireland: GE Healthcare Ireland Limited; 1985 [revised Apr. 2018]. [Accessed on 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 5 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 3 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: GE Healthcare Inc
Address: Marlborough, MA 01752 U.S.A.

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Country of origin: India

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