Illuccix
Illuccix is a radioactive medicine used in PET scans to find prostate cancer cells in adults.
Form
valmisteyhdistelmä radioaktiivista lääkettä varten
Strength
25 mikrog
Active Ingredient
Gozetotide
Manufacturer
Telix Innovations
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will decide your dose, which is typically 126–154 MBq for adults.
Method
The medicine is given as a slow injection into a vein, and a PET scan will be done 50–100 minutes later.
Important
Only one injection is needed for the test.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •A temporary increase in a digestive enzyme (amylase) level in the blood.
- •Constipation.
- •Weakness.
- •Bruises, warmth, or rash at the injection site.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to gotsetotid or any other ingredients.
- Talk to your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- Drink plenty of water and urinate often before and after the scan.
- Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, especially those that make you urinate more.
- Illuccix is not for women, as it can harm an unborn baby.
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- Avoid close contact with young children and pregnant women for 2 hours after the injection.