What is Definity? Uses, warnings & side effects
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Definity overview
BRAND NAMES:
Definity, Isovue-200, Isovue-250, Isovue-300, Isovue-370, Isovue-M 200, Isovue-M 300, Isovue Multipack-250, Isovue Multipack-300, Isovue Multipack-370, Omnipaque 140, Omnipaque 180, Omnipaque 240, Omnipaque 300, Omnipaque 350, Definity
Generic Names:
Definity
Uses:
Helps parts of your body show up better during imaging tests., Used during an echocardiogram to help show the inside of your heart.
Therapeutic Classes:
Diagnostic Agent, Radiological Contrast Media, Radiological Ionic Contrast Media, Radiological Non-Ionic Contrast Media, Radiological Non-Ionic Contrast Media
Forms:
Injectable, Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection, By injection
What is Definity used for?
What form(s) does Definity come in?
Injectable
Injectable
What are common Definity dosages?
Vial 2ML of 6.52MG/ML
Definity images - What does Definity look like?
Definity
2ml of 6.52mg/ml vial
How to take Definity
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine. It is given through a needle placed in an artery or a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine. It is given through a needle placed in an artery or a vein.
What to do if you miss a dose of Definity
Definity contraindications - Who shouldn't take Definity?
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to perflutren.
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to any contrast dye.
Definity warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart failure, heart rhythm problems, a history of heart attack, or lung disease.
This medicine could cause changes to your heart rhythm.
Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
Lightheadedness or fainting
Seizures
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart or blood vessel problems, heart failure, a blood disorder (including anemia or sickle cell disease), diabetes, lung disease, thyroid problems, multiple sclerosis, pheochromocytoma, or multiple myeloma. Tell your doctor if you have a history of stroke, heart attack, or seizures. Tell your doctor if you have asthma, hay fever, or an allergy to any food or iodine.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Kidney problemsBlood clotting problemsChanges in heart rhythm
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Muscle stiffness or weakness, stiff joints or trouble moving, bone pain
Numbness or weakness on one side of your body, pain in your lower leg (calf)
Pain, itching, burning, redness, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Skin rash, swelling, hardness, tightness, burning, or itching, red or dark patches
Sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking
Definity interactions & what to avoid when taking Definity
There are many medicines that can interact with a contrast dye. Make sure your doctor knows the names of all the medicines you use, especially metformin or a beta-blocker medicine.
Tell your doctor if you have recently received any other contrast dyes or medicines.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a congenital heart defect or heart or lung condition, such as heart failure, heart rhythm problems, a history of heart attack, or lung disease.
This medicine could cause changes to your heart rhythm.
Definity side effects - How does Definity make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking
Chest pain, trouble breathing, coughing up blood
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Decrease in how much or how often you urinate, bloody or cloudy urine, lower back or side pain
Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
Numbness or weakness on one side of your body, pain in your lower leg (calf)
Muscle stiffness or weakness, stiff joints or trouble moving, bone pain
Skin rash, swelling, hardness, tightness, burning, or itching, red or dark patches
Pain, itching, burning, redness, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Seizures
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Chest pain or trouble breathing
Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Less Serious Side Effects
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Dizziness or headache
Headache
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest
Nausea, vomiting
Mild feeling of burning, warmth, coldness when the medicine is injected
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