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Technetium Tc-99m Oxidronate

Drug #2084

Technetium Tc-99m is a radiopharmaceutical used extensively for evluation of different disease states.

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Primary Characteristics

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

Molecular structure of Technetium Tc-99m Oxidronate

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

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Indications

Technetium Tc-99m Oxidronate is primarily indicated in conditions like Bone (pagets) disease, Diagnostic procedures.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Dosage

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

DoseSingle DoseFrequencyRouteInstructions
Adult Dosage
555 megabecquerels555 megabecquerels—IV
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

11 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 Oxidronate 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 Oxidronate are Fever, Stomach distension.

Technetium Tc-99m Oxidronate 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.

Drug Classification

  1. 1.14.2 — Radiocontrast media