Lek Pamidol 370mg Infusion
Prescription RequiredPrimarily used for
Diseases Of Bone, disease of muscle, disease of organs
Potentiallyunsafewith
Kidney
₹1285
₹12.85/Infusion
100 ML in 1 bottle
1 Bottle
Substitutes for Lek Pamidol
No substitutes found for this medicine
Medicine Overview of Lek Pamidol Infusion
Uses of Lek Pamidol Infusion
Lek Pamidol 370mg Infusion is used in the treatment of diseases of bone, disease of muscle and disease of organs.
Side effects of Lek Pamidol Infusion
Common
Hot flashes, Angina pectoris, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Slow heart rate, Decreased blood pressure, Urticaria.
How to use Lek Pamidol Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Lek Pamidol Infusion works
Iopamidol belongs to a class of drugs known as radiopaque iodinated contrast media. It enhances imaging due to its high iodine content, attenuating the beam of rays during examination.
In Depth Information on Lek Pamidol Infusion
Expert advice for Lek Pamidol Infusion
• Keep yourself well hydrated prior to and following iopamidol administration as dehydration may lead to acute kidney dysfunction. .
• Inform your doctor if you have history of liver, kidney, heart or nervous system disease, overactive thyroid, pheochromocytoma, (high blood pressure state due to a tumour in gland near kidney), diabetes or sickle cell disease ( red blood cell disorder).
• 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 Iopamidol is administered.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
• Patients allergic to Iopamidol or any of its ingredients or any other radio-opaque contrast media should not take it.
Warnings
Special precautions for Lek Pamidol 370mg Infusion
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE
Lek Pamidol 370mg Infusion is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
SAFE
Lek Pamidol 370mg Infusion is safe to use during lactation.
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Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
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Driving
Lek Pamidol 370mg Infusion may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Driving or operating machinery is not advisable for 6 hours after ingestion...
+moreDriving or operating machinery is not advisable for 6 hours after ingestion
Kidney
UNSAFE
Lek Pamidol 370mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Caution should be advised in patients with severe renal impairment....
+moreCaution should be advised in patients with severe renal impairment.
Liver
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Missed Dosage
Not applicable. Iopamidol 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.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Lek Pamidol 370mg Infusion
Frequently asked questions for Iopamidol
Yes. Iodine used in radiological studies does involves radioactivity
Q. Is Iopamidol water soluble?
Yes. Iopamidol is a water soluble iodinated contrast agent
Lek pamidol contains iodine, works by enhancing contrasts to body parts and fluids. Lek pamidol improves the images obtained during a CT scan, so your doctor can more easily diagnose your condition.
