Ioxitalamic acid (brand name Telebrix) is a pharmaceutical drug used as an iodinated contrast
What is gastrografin oral solution used for?
Gastrografin is a contrast medium (a dye) which contains iodine. It is used to clearly show on X-rays the area of your body that your doctor wants to investigate . This will be your gullet (oesophagus), stomach or intestines (gastrointestinal tract).
What is Telebrix?
Telebrix: a better-tasting oral contrast agent for abdominal computed tomography .
How do I use Telebrix?
Drink a 350 ml mixture at bedtime the night prior to the examination . Drink a 350 ml (the remaining mixture) one hour prior to the examination. Note: It is imperative that the Telebrix is diluted into the water or juice in the exact proportions stated above.
How do you give Telebrix?
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Telebrix® 38 Oral has to be diluted to a 2% w/v salt solution before use . This can be accomplished, for example, by adding 12 mL of Telebrix® 38 Oral to 450 mL of water (see Directions for Dilution in STABILITY AND STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS).
Does Gastrografin give you Diarrhoea?
It is clear from our results that Gastrografin at a higher dose of 35 ml per day does cause some diarrhoea , and therefore that Gastrografin is itself a laxative. However, the effects are less severe than those of Picolax. Allergic reactions to iodinated contrast occur.
Do you need to dilute Gastrografin?
Gastrografin should be diluted when it is used for enemas and enterostomy instillations. When used as an enema, the suggested dilution for adults is 240 mL (88 g iodine) in 1,000 mL of tap water .
Does Gastrografin affect the kidneys?
In patients with a gastrointestinal perfora- tion, orally administered Gastrografin may leak into the peritoneum. Some of it may be absorbed into the blood stream and may then be excreted by the kidney .
When should I take Telebrix?
Telebrix Preparation: Mix the 12 ml of Telebrix with 8oz (240ml) of water, fruit juice, Ginger ale or Gatorade the night before examination at bedtime . Liquid diet and 250 ml Barium mixture.
What do CT scanners do?
CT scanner
A computerized tomography (CT) scan combines a series of X-ray images taken from different angles around your body and uses computer processing to create cross-sectional images (slices) of the bones, blood vessels and soft tissues inside your body .
Is diarrhea normal after a CT scan?
If you are given contrast by mouth, you may have diarrhea or constipation after the scan . Otherwise, you don't need any special care after a CT scan of the abdomen. You may go back to your usual diet and activities unless your healthcare provider tells you differently.
What happens when you take Gastrografin?
It also acts as a laxative to clear your bowel of faeces (poo) . follow a low fibre and low fat diet. Gastrografin may cause diarrhoea, so it is important that you drink plenty of fluids to avoid becoming dehydrated. This may not happen until after the second dose of Gastrografin.
Can you drink water after Gastrografin?
You can expect to have frequent loose motions (like diarrhoea) after taking the Gastrografin so stay close to a toilet. We have given you three bottles of 20ml Gastrografin. You should dilute the contents of a bottle in a glass of water or diluting juice .
Can a CT scan detect bowel problems?
Computed tomography (CT) of the abdomen and pelvis is a diagnostic imaging test. Doctors use it to help detect diseases of the small bowel, colon , and other internal organs. It is often used to determine the cause of unexplained pain. CT scanning is fast, painless, noninvasive and accurate.
What can you mix Gastrografin with?
We have sent you a bottle of gastrografin (this is a laxative) to clear your bowel. 11⁄2 hours before your CT scan, mix the bottle of Gastrografin with 500ml of water or juice , and drink it. We will give you more Gastrografin when you arrive in the department.
Is Gastrografin safe to take?
Health problems like blood clots have happened with Gastrografin (diatrizoate meglumine and diatrizoate sodium) when used with some procedures. Sometimes, blood clots may cause heart attack and stroke, which may be deadly. If you have questions, talk with the doctor.
