Renocis
Renocis is a radioactive medicine used to create images of your kidneys to check their structure and how well they are working.
Form
valmisteyhdistelmä radioaktiivista lääkettä varten
Strength
1 mg
Active Ingredient
Dimercaptosuccinic acid
Manufacturer
CIS bio international
How to Use
Dosage
For adults, the usual dose is between 30 and 120 MBq. For children and adolescents, the dose is adjusted based on body weight.
Method
It is given as a single injection into a vein in your arm.
Important
You will receive only one dose for the procedure, as overdosage is unlikely.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Allergic reactions (e.g., rash, itching, swelling)
RARE
- •A very small risk of cancer or genetic changes due to the low amount of radiation.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to succimer or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Tell your doctor if you have any allergies, as allergic reactions have been reported with this type of examination.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, as this medicine is not recommended during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks.
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. You may need to stop breastfeeding for a short time after the injection.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease.
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- Drink plenty of water before the examination and pee often in the first few hours afterward to help remove the medicine from your body.
- Inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs, as some might affect the results.