iotrolan

Action and Spectrum

Actions and Spectrum 

iotrolan is a radiopaque contrast agent, which means it absorbs X-rays and other forms of electromagnetic radiation more effectively than the surrounding tissues.  

This property allows the contrast agent to provide better visualization of the internal structures being imaged, helping radiologists and medical professionals to identify and diagnose various medical conditions. 

Drug Interaction

Adverse Reaction

Frequency not defined  

None

Black Box Warning

Black Box Warning 

None

Contraindication / Caution

Contraindication/Caution: 

Contraindication: 

• Patients with a known hypersensitivity or allergy to iodine or iodinated contrast agents should not receive iotrolan. 

Caution: 

• Patients with a history of asthma, allergies, or previous allergic reactions to contrast agents so precautions should be taken to reduce the risk of an allergic reaction. 
• Patients with certain neurological conditions may require precaution when using iotrolan. 

Pregnancy / Lactation

Pregnancy consideration: 

Pregnancy category: N/A 

Lactation: Excretion into human milk is unknown  

Pregnancy Categories:         

Category A: well-controlled and Satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester. 

<b>Category B: there was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women.  

Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women. 

Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits. 

Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women. 

Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category. 

Pharmacology

Pharmacology  

iotrolan contains iodine, which has a high atomic number and a strong ability to absorb X-rays and other forms of electromagnetic radiation used in medical imaging.  

Pharmacodynamics 

Limited information available  

Pharmacokinetics 

ADME not fully understood.  

Adminstartion

Administration 

iotrolan is administered through intrathecal injection i.e., into the spinal canal. 

Patient Information Leaflet

Patient information leaflet 

Generic Name: iotrolan 

Why do we use iotrolan? 

iotrolan is a contrast agent that is primarily used in medical imaging procedures to enhance the visibility of internal structures, blood vessels, computed tomography (CT) scans, and other radiological examinations.   

iotrolan is commonly used in CT scans to improve the clarity of images. iotrolan is used in angiography procedures to visualize blood vessels, including those in the heart, brain, and limbs.