![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 124px 36px"%3E%3C/svg%3E)
![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 22px 22px"%3E%3C/svg%3E)
![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24px 24px"%3E%3C/svg%3E)
Diatrizoic Acid
INFORMATION ABOUT DIATRIZOIC ACID
Diatrizoic Acid Uses
Diatrizoic Acid is used as Diagnostic agent.
How Diatrizoic Acid works
Diatrizoate meglumine belongs to group of drugs called Iodinated radiopaque contrast medium. It works by coating the stomach, esophagus or duodenum (part of small intestine) but not absorbed by the body so that these organs can be easily visualized in X-ray or CT-scan examinations.
Common side effects of Diatrizoic Acid
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
Vomiting, Nausea
CONTENT DETAILS
![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 48 48"%3E%3C/svg%3E){kind=small}
Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
10 Apr 2025 | 04:32 AM (UTC)
![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 90px 75px"%3E%3C/svg%3E)
We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and revelant information
Read our editorial policy
Expert advice for Diatrizoic Acid
• Do not use diatrizoate meglumine with metformin and propranolol as it may cause serious side effects.
• Seek immediate medical attention if you develop severe reactions, seizures, trouble in breathing, or tightness in the chest.
• Tell your doctor if you have severe heart disease, swelling in the neck caused by enlargement of thyroid gland.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
• Patients who are allergic to diatrizoate meglumine or iodine should avoid it.
• Patients with overactive thyroid gland should not be administered diatrizoate meglumine.