Pentetic Acid
Dosage form: injection
Drug class:Radiologic conjugating agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 1, 2022.
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Indications and Usage for Pentetic Acid
DRAXIMAGE® DTPA, after radiolabeling with Technetium Tc 99m, is indicated for
Brain Imaging
Brain imaging in adults by intravenous administration.
Renal Scintigraphy
Renal visualization, assessment of renal perfusion, and estimation of glomerular filtration rate in adult and pediatric patients by intravenous administration.
Lung Ventilation Imaging
Lung ventilation imaging and evaluation of pulmonary embolism when paired with perfusion imaging in adult and pediatric patients when administered by nebulizer for inhalation.
Pentetic Acid Dosage and Administration
Radiation Safety – Drug Handling
Tc 99m labeled DRAXIMAGE® DTPA injection is a radioactive drug and should be handled with appropriate safety measures to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and healthcare worker. During preparation and handling, use water proof gloves and effective shielding, including syringe shields [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)].
Recommended Dosage and Image Acquisition Instructions
- The recommended dose ranges for intravenous or inhalation administration of DRAXIMAGE® DTPA, after reconstitution, are presented in Table 1 through Table 3.
- Do not administer more than one dose.
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MEDICAL DEPARTMENTS
Cardiology
Pediatrics
Diabetes Care
Pre-natal Care
Ultrasound Echocardiogram
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