Diatrizoate (Into a vein)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to diatrizoate.

A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine. You will receive this medicine before your X-ray or CT scan. It is given through a needle placed in a vein.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, asthma, thyroid problems, multiple myeloma, a pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumor), sickle cell disease, hay fever, a food or drug allergy, or an allergy to iodine. Also tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, blood vessel disease, heart failure, or a history of blood clots.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Change in how much or how often you urinate
Chest pain, fast or uneven heartbeat, shortness of breath, agitation, confusion
Fever, chills, increased sweating
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Pain in your lower leg (calf)

Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Nausea, vomiting
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest

Last Updated: 1/27/2017