Omnipaque Injection 10ml

Introduction About OMNIPAQUE INJECTION

OMNIPAQUE INJECTION is a radio-contrast agent used for diagnostic purposes only.
It helps in diagnosing an illness by taking a clear picture of internal body
parts which helps your doctor to tell if there is any abnormality in organ shape
and size. It can be used for X-rays of urinary system, spine and blood vessels,
including blood vessels supplying the heart, salivary gland, stomach and
intestines and for scanning uterus, joints, breasts, ovaries, head and entire
body (CAT scan).

OMNIPAQUE INJECTION contains a medicine called Iohexol which is a radio contrast
agent. It works by absorbing the X-rays due to its iodine content, making
certain areas appear white on scans like CT or X-rays. This helps doctors
clearly see blood vessels, organs, and tissues for accurate diagnosis.

Make sure to drink plenty of fluids before and after receiving OMNIPAQUE
INJECTION, especially if you have diabetes, myeloma, kidney problems, aged above
65 years or have generally poor health conditions.

Before receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION inform your doctor if you have liver,
kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you are pregnant
or breastfeeding or having diabetes, epilepsy, thyroid problems, cancers of bone
marrow, muscle weakness, brain problems, etc as a precaution.

The most common side effects of receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION are feeling hot or
flushed, shortness of breath, respiratory problems, headache, nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, dizziness, Inflammation of pancreas and pain around stomach,
Increased/abnormal sweating and feeling cold. Consult your doctor if any of
these side effect troubles you.

Uses Of OMNIPAQUE INJECTION

• Radio-contrast agent used for diagnostic purposes
• Takes a clear picture of internal body parts
• Diagnosis illness, abnormality in organ shape and size
• Can be used prior to X-rays of urinary system, spine and blood vessels, including blood vessels supplying the heart, salivary gland, stomach and intestines
• Can be used prior to scanning uterus, joints, breasts, ovaries, head and entire body

How OMNIPAQUE INJECTION Works

OMNIPAQUE INJECTION contains Iohexol which is a contrast agent used in medical
imaging to help doctors see blood vessels, organs, and other tissues more
clearly during scans like CT or X-rays. It works by absorbing X-rays due to its
iodine content, making the areas where it is injected appear white on the scan.
This contrast helps to differentiate various structures in the body, aiding in
accurate diagnosis.

How to use OMNIPAQUE INJECTION

OMNIPAQUE INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a trained medical
professional into your veins (as intravenous injection), into the blood vessels
(as intraarterial injection), into the spine, inside joints, or other body
cavities (like uterus, ovaries) or by mouth. The route of administration depends
up on the organ which needs to be examined. Make sure to drink plenty of water
or fluids before and after administration of OMNIPAQUE INJECTION.

Side Effects Of OMNIPAQUE INJECTION

Common

• Feeling hot or flushed
• Shortness of breath, respiratory problems (after an intraarterial injection)
• Headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
• Inflammation of pancreas
• Pain around stomach

Uncommon

• Increased/abnormal sweating
• Feeling cold
• Dizziness/Fainting
• Pain and discomfort (after an intraarterial injection)
• Inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord

Rare

• Slow rate
• Fever
• Irregular heartbeats, cough, stopped breathing, fever, general discomfort
• Feeling weak, muscle weakness
• Intolerance to bright light
• Feeling abnormally tired
• Skin rash and itching, skin redness, reduced eyesight
• fits, pain in arms or legs, neck pain, back pain

Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side
effects after receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION such as:

Severe allergic reactions (such as skin rashes with severe itching, itchy spots,
blisters on skin and in mouth, red/itchy eyes, cough, running nose, sneezing,
wheeziness, difficulty in breathing or tightness or pain in your chest, swelling
of your face, dizziness)

• Signs of Encephalopathy (such as)
• Thyroid disorders
• A short-term decrease in formation of urine due to decreased kidney damage

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Nausea And Vomiting

To manage nausea and vomiting after iohexol therapy, it's recommended to stay
hydrated by sipping clear fluids and eating small, bland meals. Resting in a
comfortable position and avoiding strong odors can also help. If the symptoms
persist or are severe, over-the-counter anti-nausea medications like ginger
supplements or prescri
healthcare provider for proper guidance and if symptoms do not improve.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Monitoring requiredOMNIPAQUE INJECTION should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefits
outweigh the risks of iohexol injection. Therefore, inform your doctor before
receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

!### Breastfeeding

Monitoring requiredOMNIPAQUE INJECTION can be used in breastfeeding women when considered necessary
by the physician. Mothers can continue breastfeeding normally after examination
with this medicine.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionDo not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines if you experience dizziness
or any side effect that affects your concentration after receiving OMNIPAQUE
INJECTION.

!### Kidney

Use with CautionOMNIPAQUE INJECTION should be used with caution in patients having kidney
problems. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.

!### Liver

Use with CautionOMNIPAQUE INJECTION should be used with caution in patients having liver
problems. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedBefore receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION, talk to your doctor if you have any
allergies to Iohexol or any other contrast agent.

!### Lungs

Use with CautionOMNIPAQUE INJECTION should be used with caution in patients suffering from
asthma. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.

!### Heart Disease

Use with CautionOMNIPAQUE INJECTION should be used with caution in patients suffering from
severe cardiac disease (involving heart or blood vessels) including high blood
pressure, blood clots, stroke, and arrhythmias. Therefore, consult your doctor
for advice.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Use with CautionOMNIPAQUE INJECTION should be used with caution in children (aged below 18
years) specifically in infants as a precaution. Therefore, consult your doctor
for advice. Make sure your child drinks plenty of water or fluids before and
after examination.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionOMNIPAQUE INJECTION should be used with extreme caution in elderly patients
(aged 65 years or above). Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any
pre-existing disease conditions.

Others

OMNIPAQUE INJECTION should not be used if you:

• Have severe thyroid problems

Before receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION, inform your doctor if you:

• Have any thyroid problems
• Have ever had any allergies
• Have diabetes
• Have any brain disease (such as brain tumours, swelling or inflammation of the brain, problems in blood vessels supplying the brain, including blood clot or bleeding)
• Have ‘myasthenia gravis’ (a condition causing severe muscle weakness)
• Have phaeochromocytoma
• Have homocystinuria (a condition with increased excretion of the amino acid cysteine in urine)
• Have any problems with your blood or bone marrow
• Have a disease of immune system
• Have ever had alcohol dependence or addiction to any drugs
• Have epilepsy
• Have a thyroid function test in the next few weeks
• Have pulmonary hypertension
• Have paraproteinaemias (the presence of excessive amount of an abnormal protein in your blood)
• are having any blood or urine test on the same day
• have myeloma (cancer of bone marrow)

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

• Antidiabetic agents
• Cardiac agents (such as betablockers, vasoactive substances, ACE - enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin antagonists
• Interleukin-2 or interferons (used for immune system diseases)
• Antidepressants

Synopsis

Drug	:	Iohexol
Pharmacological Category	:	Radio-Contrast Agent
Therapeutic Indication	:	Diagnostic agent
Dosage Forms	:	Injection, Infusion

More Information

Storage

• Keep OMNIPAQUE INJECTION out of reach of children
• Store below 30°C

FAQs About OMNIPAQUE INJECTION

Q: What is OMNIPAQUE INJECTION used for?

A: OMNIPAQUE INJECTION is a radio-contrast agent used for diagnostic purposes
only. It helps in diagnosing an illness by taking a clear picture of internal
body parts which helps your doctor to tell if there is any abnormality in organ
shape and size. It can be used for X-rays of urinary system, spine and blood
vessels, including blood vessels supplying the heart, salivary gland, stomach
and intestines and for scanning uterus, joints, breasts, ovaries, head and
entire body (CAT scan).

Q: How OMNIPAQUE INJECTION works?

A: OMNIPAQUE INJECTION contains Iohexol which is a contrast agent used in
medical imaging to help doctors see blood vessels, organs, and other tissues
more clearly during scans like CT or X-rays. It works by absorbing X-rays due to
its iodine content, making the areas where it is injected appear white on the
scan. This contrast helps to differentiate various structures in the body,
aiding in accurate diagnosis.

Q: Is OMNIPAQUE INJECTION safe?

A: Iohexol is generally safe, but like all medical procedures, it can have side
effects. Most are mild, like nausea or a warm sensation. Serious allergic
reactions are rare but possible.

Q: What are the common side effects of taking OMNIPAQUE INJECTION?

A: The most common side effects of receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION are feeling hot
or flushed, shortness of breath, respiratory problems, headache, nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, Inflammation of pancreas and pain around stomach,
Increased/abnormal sweating and feeling cold. Consult your doctor if any of
these side effect troubles you.

Q: Can OMNIPAQUE INJECTION be used during pregnancy?

A: OMNIPAQUE INJECTION should be used in pregnancy only if the potential
benefits outweigh the risks of iohexol injection. Therefore, inform your doctor
before receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION if you are pregnant or think you may be
pregnant.

Q: What precautions must be taken before receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION?

A: Make sure to drink plenty of fluids before and after receiving OMNIPAQUE
INJECTION, especially if you have diabetes, myeloma, kidney problems, aged above
65 years or have generally poor health conditions. Before receiving OMNIPAQUE
INJECTION inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems. You
must also inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or having
diabetes, epilepsy, thyroid problems, cancers of bone marrow, muscle weakness,
brain problems, etc as a precaution. Inform your doctor immediately if you
experience any allergic reactions after receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION.

Q: Which medicines should be avoided while taking OMNIPAQUE INJECTION?

A: Before receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION inform your doctor if you are taking any
antidiabetic agents, heart medicines, (such as betablockers, vasoactive
substances, ACE - enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin antagonists), Interleukins
and interferons (used for immune system diseases) and antidepressants as a
precaution.

Q: Can I take OMNIPAQUE INJECTION when I have thyroid problems?

A: Before receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION inform your doctor if you have any
thyroid problems. OMNIPAQUE INJECTION should not be used in patients with severe
thyroid problems.

Q: Can I take OMNIPAQUE INJECTION when I have cancer?

A: Before receiving OMNIPAQUE INJECTION inform your doctor if you have cancers
of bone marrow as a precaution, as your doctor will monitor your health
condition more closely.