Iotroxic acid used in the form of meglumine iotroxate, is a molecule used as a contrast medium during X-rays. It is specifically used during tests looking at the gallbladder and biliary tract. It is given by slow injection into a vein
Iotroxic acid is a molecule used as a contrast medium during X-rays, specifically for examinations of the gallbladder and bile ducts . It is administered through slow injection into a vein.
Here's a summary of Iotroxic acid:
- Type: Contrast medium (iodine-containing)
- Function: Improves the visibility of the gallbladder and bile ducts during X-ray imaging
- Route of administration: Intravenous injection
- Trade names: Biliscopin (among others)
- Side effects: Typically uncommon, may include nausea, vomiting, flushing, headache, itching, and low blood pressure. In rare cases, seizures and allergic reactions can occur.
Important note: Iotroxic acid should not be used by individuals with iodine allergies.
While Iotroxic acid was previously a common choice for these examinations, the development of magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) has significantly reduced its use, particularly in developed countries.