About iopromide
Nonionic iodinated X-ray contrast agent
Used for
- Enhances X-ray images during angiography and other vascular studies
- Enhances computed tomography images
- Used in selected urinary tract and body-cavity imaging procedures
Usual adult dose
Dose depends on the imaging procedure, body weight, and kidney function; administered by a healthcare professional.
Usual dose in children
Dose depends on the child’s weight, imaging procedure, and kidney function; administered by a healthcare professional.
Common side effects
- Feeling warm or flushed
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache or dizziness
- Injection-site pain or reaction
Important warnings
- Can cause severe allergic-like reactions, rarely life-threatening.
- Kidney injury is possible, especially with kidney disease or dehydration.
- Thyroid problems may occur in susceptible people.
- Use caution with asthma, heart disease, or previous contrast reactions.
Pregnancy
Use only when medically necessary; the clinician should weigh imaging benefits against potential risks.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may enter breast milk; interruption is generally not required after administration.
Interactions
- Metformin: kidney injury may increase risk of lactic acidosis; follow clinical monitoring guidance.
- Interleukin-2 treatment may increase delayed contrast reactions.
- Some medicines affecting kidney function may increase kidney-injury risk.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.