Joflupaani (123I) Rotop
This medicine helps doctors diagnose certain brain conditions by showing changes in a small area of the brain.
Form
injektioneste, liuos
Strength
74 MBq/ml
Active Ingredient
Ioflupane
Manufacturer
ROTOP Radiopharmacy GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose for adults is 111 – 185 MBq.
Method
The medicine is given as a single injection into a vein in your arm.
Important
Only one dose is given at a time.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
RARE
- •Increased appetite
- •Dizziness or lightheadedness
- •Taste changes
- •Nausea
- •Dry mouth
- •Vertigo (feeling off balance)
- •Temporary skin tingling, like ants crawling
- •Severe pain or burning at the injection site
- •Hypersensitivity (allergy)
- •Shortness of breath
- •Skin redness
- •Itching
- •Rash
- •Hives (itchy welts)
- •Excessive sweating
- •Vomiting
- •Low blood pressure
- •Feeling hot
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to Ioflupan or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you are pregnant.
- Tell your doctor if you have moderate or severe kidney or liver problems.
- This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents aged 0 to 18 years.
- Do not breastfeed for 3 days after receiving this medicine.