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Technetium Tc-99m Gluceptate

Drug #2083

Technetium Tc-99m gluceptate is a radiopharmaceutical used to diagnose certain disorders in human.

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Primary Characteristics

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

Molecular structure of Technetium Tc-99m Gluceptate

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

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Indications

Technetium Tc-99m Gluceptate is primarily indicated in conditions like Brain dysfunction, Diagnostic procedures, Renal diseases.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Dosage

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

DoseSingle DoseFrequencyRouteInstructions
Adult Dosage
203.5 megabecquerels203.5 megabecquerels—IVRenal imaging:
407 megabecquerels407 megabecquerels—IVBrain imaging:
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

6 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 Gluceptate in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Drowsiness , Skin rashes , Headache .

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

Technetium Tc-99m Gluceptate 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 Gluceptate should be stored Inj.

Drug Classification

  1. 1.14.2 — Radiocontrast media