About iopromide eq to bound iodine
Nonionic iodinated contrast agent
Used for
- X-ray contrast for CT and other imaging procedures
- Enhances blood vessels and organs during diagnostic imaging
Usual adult dose
Dose depends on the scan, body size, and imaging method; given by a healthcare professional.
Usual dose in children
Dose depends on the child’s weight and scan; given by a healthcare professional.
Common side effects
- Feeling warm or flushed
- Nausea
- Headache
- 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.
- Use caution with thyroid disease and severe heart or circulation problems.
- Injection outside the vein can damage surrounding tissues.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only when clearly needed; imaging benefits and radiation exposure should be considered.
Breastfeeding
Only small amounts are expected to reach breast milk; interruption is generally unnecessary after usual doses.
Interactions
- Metformin: kidney problems after contrast may increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
- Interleukin-2: may increase delayed skin reactions.
- Other kidney-harming medicines may increase kidney injury risk.
- Thyroid tests or radioactive iodine treatment may be affected.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.