Technetium Tc-99m Disofenin

Technetium Tc-99m is a radiopharmaceutical used extensively in cholescintigraphy for evaluation of hepatobiliary diseases.


Brands
Adult Dose
Dose: 37 to 185 megabecquerels
Single Dose: 110 (111)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: IV
Instructions:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
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Contraindications
Technetium Tc-99m Disofenin is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Technetium Tc-99m Disofenin, which give rise to further complications include Drowsiness, Skin rashes, Headache.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Technetium Tc-99m Disofenin include Fever, Stomach distension.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Technetium Tc-99m Disofenin are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Itching, Flushing, Nausea and vomiting, Faintness.
Indications
Technetium Tc-99m Disofenin is primarily indicated in conditions like Biliary tract disorders, Diagnostic procedures, Liver diseases.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Technetium Tc-99m Disofenin was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Inj Store in a well closed container, . Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.
Warnings
As some radiopharmaceuticals may accumulate in bladder so to increase flow of urine and lessen amount of radiation drink plenty of water or liquid and urinate often after certain tests. Care should be taken in allergic patients.
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