Optiray 300
Warnings
What may interact with Optiray?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
-metformin and combination drugs containing metformin
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
-amiodarone
-medicines for blood pressure
-some contrast dyes taken by mouth
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Optiray?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-asthma
-blood clots or stroke
-dehydrated
-diabetes
-heart disease or heart failure
-kidney disease
-liver disease
-multiple myeloma
-pheochromocytoma
-sickle cell disease
-thyroid disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to iohexol, iodine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Optiray?
Follow all instructions of your health care provider before and after your test. Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.
This medicine may cause serious skin reactions. They can happen weeks to months after starting the medicine. Contact your health care provider right away if you notice fevers or flu-like symptoms with a rash. The rash may be red or purple and then turn into blisters or peeling of the skin. Or, you might notice a red rash with swelling of the face, lips or lymph nodes in your neck or under your arms.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
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