Florbetapir F 18 Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Florbetapir F 18, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Florbetapir F 18 brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Florbetapir F 18

ICD Code : Y57.6 Therapeutic Classification : Diagnostic Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Florbetapir F 18

International :

Amyvid

Why is Florbetapir F 18 Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an radioactive agent, prescribed for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging of the brain in adult patients with cognitive impairment. It allows images of specific organs in the body to be detected by a PET (Positron Emission Tomography) scan.

When should Florbetapir F 18 not be taken? (Contraindications)

None.

What is the dosage of Florbetapir F 18?

IV- The recommended dose is 370 MBq (10 mCi), maximum 50 μg mass dose.

How should Florbetapir F 18 be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Florbetapir F 18?

• Protect patients from unintentional radiation exposure; otherwise patient may develop with increased risk of cancer.

• Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women, elderly and children.

What are the side effects of Florbetapir F 18?

Headache, musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, nausea, anxiety, back pain, increased blood pressure, anxiety disorder, feeling cold, sleeplessness, neck pain.