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Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin

Drug #2079

Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin is a non toxic radiopharmaceutical i-e used in clinical evaluation of hepatobiliary disorders in humans.

Primary Characteristics

Non-proprietary name: Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin.

Molecular structure of Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

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Indications

Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin is primarily indicated in conditions like Diagnostic procedures, Liver diseases.

Contraindications

Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.

Dosage

Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin's dosage details are as follows:

DoseSingle DoseFrequencyRouteInstructions
Adult Dosage
370 megabecquerels370 megabecquerelsIV
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

5 interactions

Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Side Effects

Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Drowsiness , Skin rashes , Headache , Hypersensitivity.

The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin are Fever, Stomach distension.

Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Faintness , Flushing, Itching, Nausea and vomiting.

Warnings / Precautions

As some radiopharmaceuticals may accumulate in bladder so to increase flow of urine and lessen amount of radiation drink plenty of water or liquid and urinate often after certain tests. Care should be taken in allergic patients

Available Brands

None recorded.

Storage Conditions

Technetium Tc-99m lidofenin should be stored Inj.

Drug Classification

  1. 1.14.2Radiocontrast media