MPI DMSA (Intravenous)

Technetium Tc 99m succimer injection is a radiopharmaceutical. Radiopharmaceuticals are radioactive agents that may be used to find and treat certain diseases or to study how the body's organs work.

Technetium Tc 99m succimer injection helps your doctor create an image of your kidneys to diagnose specific kidney issues.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor who has specialized training in nuclear medicine.

It is very important that your doctor checks you closely while you are receiving this medicine. This will help your doctor see if the medicine is working properly and decide if you should continue to receive it.

You will be exposed to radiation when you are given this medicine. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about this.

In deciding to use a medicine, you and your doctor will weigh the risks against the benefits. Here are some important points to consider for this medicine:

Allergies

Inform your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also, let your healthcare professional know if you have any other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, carefully read the label or package ingredients.

Pediatric

There have been no appropriate studies on how technetium Tc 99m succimer injection affects children. Safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Geriatric

While there have not been appropriate studies on how technetium Tc 99m succimer injection affects older adults, no specific problems for this age group have been reported. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney issues, which may need caution and a dose adjustment for those receiving technetium Tc 99m succimer injection.

Breast Feeding

Studies indicate that this medication may change milk production or its composition. If you do not have an alternative to this medication, you should monitor the infant for side effects and ensure adequate milk intake.

Interactions with Medicines

Some medicines should not be taken together at all, while in other cases, two different medicines can be used together even if there could be an interaction. In such situations, your doctor may want to adjust the dose or take other precautions. Inform your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken around the time of eating food or certain types of food due to possible interactions. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions. Discuss with your healthcare professional about using your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Not all of these side effects may occur, but if they do, they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare

• Fainting
• Fever

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Your health care professional may also be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue, are bothersome, or if you have any questions about them:

Rare

• Nausea
• Rash with flat lesions or small raised lesions on the skin

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your health care professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In the U.S.

• MPI DMSA

A doctor or other health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.