Technetium Succimer Tc-99m

Radiopharmaceuticals of Tc-99m are prepared shortly after elution to reduce loss by decay.Succimer compound of Tc-99m is used for various diagnostic purposes.


Brands
Adult Dose
Dose: 55 to 185 megabecquerels
Single Dose: 120 (120)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: IV
Instructions:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
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Contraindications
Technetium Succimer Tc-99m is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Technetium Succimer Tc-99m, which give rise to further complications include Drowsiness, Skin rashes, Headache.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Technetium Succimer Tc-99m include Fever, Stomach distension.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Technetium Succimer Tc-99m 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 Succimer Tc-99m is primarily indicated in conditions like Diagnostic procedures, Renal diseases.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Technetium Succimer Tc-99m 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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