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Phosphocol - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Phosphocol Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Phosphocol-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Phosphocol brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Phosphocol
Pronunciation : KROME-ik FOS-fate P 32
ICD Code : Y57.6 Therapeutic Classification : Diagnostic Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Phosphocol

International :


Phosphocol

Why is Phosphocol Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a diagnostic agent, prescribed for peritoneal or pleural effusions.

When should Phosphocol not be taken? (Contraindications)

It should not be used in the presence of ulcerative tumors.

What is the dosage of Phosphocol?

Intraperitoneal instillation: 370 to 740 megabecquerels (10 to 20 millicuries).
Intrapleural instillation: 222 to 444 megabecquerels (6 to 12 millicuries).

How should Phosphocol be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the peritoneal cavity or pleural cavity.

What are the warnings and precautions for Phosphocol?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of any allergy, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Phosphocol?

Radiation sickness, bone marrow depression, pleuritis, peritonitis, nausea and abdominal cramping.

What are the other precautions for Phosphocol?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Phosphocol?

Store it controlled room temperature (20 to 25°C).

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