Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection Medication Information
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Generic Name : Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection ICD Code : Y57.6 Therapeutic Classification : Diagnostic AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection
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Why is Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a positron emitting radiopharmaceutical agent, prescribed for positron emission tomography (PET) imaging for assessment of abnormal glucose metabolism to assist in the evaluation of malignancy, cardiology and epilepsy.When should Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection not be taken? (Contraindications)
None.What is the dosage of Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection?
IV- The recommended dose for an adult (70 kg) is 185-370 MBq (5-10 mCi).How should Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection 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 Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, liver or kidney disease, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Drink adequate water 4 hours before this treatment procedure.