Reno-Dip (Intravenous)

Diatrizoate meglumine injection is used to help diagnose or identify issues in the urinary bladder. It is a radiopaque contrast agent. Contrast agents are used to provide a clear image of various parts of the body during specific medical procedures, like retrograde cystourethrography.

This medicine should only be used by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.

Your doctor will monitor your progress closely while you are getting this medicine. This will help your doctor see if the medicine is working correctly and to determine if you should keep receiving it.

Severe reactions may happen while you are receiving this medicine. Inform your doctor if you experience seizures, trouble breathing, or tightness in the chest after receiving this medicine.

Before undergoing any medical tests, inform the medical doctor in charge that you are receiving this medicine. The results of some tests may be influenced by this medicine.

In deciding to use a medicine, you and your doctor will weigh the risks against the benefits. The following points should be considered for this medicine:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medicines. Also inform your health care professional about any other allergies you have, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

No information is available about how diatrizoate meglumine injection affects children. Safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Geriatric

No information is available about how diatrizoate meglumine injection affects older patients.

Breast Feeding

Studies indicate that this medication poses minimal risk to infants when used during breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Some medicines should not be taken together at all, while others may be used together even if an interaction is possible. In such cases, your doctor may adjust the dose, or other precautions may be needed. It is particularly important that your healthcare professional knows if you are taking any of the medicines listed below while receiving this medicine. The following interactions are selected based on their potential significance and may not be all-inclusive.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is generally not recommended, but may be necessary in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed, your doctor may adjust the dose or frequency of one or both medicines.

• Propranolol

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Some medicines should not be taken around mealtime, as interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines can also lead to interactions. Discuss with your healthcare professional how to use your medicine in relation to food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

Having other medical conditions may affect how you can use this medicine. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have any other medical issues, especially:

• Allergy to iodine or other contrast agents, or a history of
• Asthma, or a history of—Use with caution. May increase the risk of more serious side effects.

• Urinary tract infection—Use with caution. May worsen this condition.

Along with its necessary effects, this medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Not all of these side effects may occur, but if they do, they may require medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse right away if you experience any of the following side effects:

Incidence not known

• Blood in the urine
• convulsions
• cough
• decrease in the amount of urine
• difficulty with swallowing
• dizziness
• fast heartbeat
• hives, itching, or rash
• unable to pass urine
• pain or burning while urinating
• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• shortness of breath
• tightness in the chest
• unusual tiredness or weakness

Other side effects not listed may also happen in some patients. If you notice any other effects, consult your healthcare 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.

• Cystografin
• Cystografin-Dilute
• Hypaque-Cysto
• Hypaque Meglumine
• Reno-30
• Reno-60
• Reno-Dip

Available Dosage Forms:

• Solution

Therapeutic Class: Radiological Ionic Contrast Media

A doctor or other trained health professional will give you this medicine in a hospital. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins.

Your doctor may give you a laxative the night before the test, and may recommend a low residue diet the day before the procedure.