About diatrizoate meglumine
Ionic iodinated contrast agent
Used for
- Imaging the digestive tract when standard contrast cannot be used
- Helping detect leaks, blockages, or abnormal connections in the digestive tract
Usual adult dose
Dose varies by examination; diluted or undiluted solution is given orally or through a feeding tube under imaging staff supervision.
Usual dose in children
Dose is tailored to the child’s age, weight, examination, and dilution by imaging staff.
Common side effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea or vomiting
- Abdominal discomfort
- Allergic reactions, rarely severe
Important warnings
- Can cause dehydration, especially with diarrhea or vomiting
- Aspiration into the lungs can cause serious injury
- Use caution with bowel obstruction, perforation, or risk of aspiration
- Rare severe allergic reactions can occur
Pregnancy
Use only when needed for imaging; the clinical benefit and exposure should be considered.
Breastfeeding
Iodinated contrast generally does not require interruption of breastfeeding; confirm with the imaging team.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.