Betiatide

Generic Name: betiatide

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

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Kit For The Preparation Of Technetium Tc99m Mertiatide

DESCRIPTION Kit for the Preparation of Technetium Tc99m Mertiatide is used for the preparation of technetium Tc 99m mertiatide, a diagnostic radiopharmaceutical. It is supplied as a sterile, nonpyrogenic, lyophilized powder. Each vial contains betiatide (N-[N-[N-[(benzoylthio) acetyl]glycyl]glycyl]-glycine).

Overview

Uses

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Technetium Tc 99m mertiatide is a renal imaging agent for use in the diagnosis of congenital and acquired abnormalities, renal failure, urinary tract obstruction, and calculi in adults and pediatric patients. (See Pediatric Use .) It is a diagnostic aid in providing renal function, split function, renal angiograms, and renogram curves for whole kidney and renal cortex.

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The suggested dose range employed in the average adult patient (70kg) for renal function and imaging studies is 185 MBq (5 mCi) to 370 MBq (10 mCi). In pediatric patients the recommended dose range is 2.6 MBq/kg (70 μCi/kg) to 5.2 MBq/kg (140 μCi/kg) with a minimum dose of 37 MBq (1 mCi). The patient dose should be measured by a suitable radioactivity calibration system immediately prior to administration. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Aseptic procedures and a shielded syringe should be employed in withdrawing doses for administration to patients. The user should wear waterproof gloves during the administration procedure.

Side Effects

ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions have been reported: nausea, vomiting, wheezing, dyspnea, itching, rash, tachycardia, hypertension, shaking chills, fever, and seizure.

Warnings

WARNINGS None known. CONTRAINDICATIONS None known.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Pregnancy Category C Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with technetium Tc 99m mertiatide. It is also not known whether this drug can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Technetium Tc 99m mertiatide should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

Storage

STORAGE Kit for the Preparation of Technetium Tc 99m Mertiatide should be stored at controlled room temperature 20°C to 25°C (68-77°F) and protected from light until use. The reconstituted vial should be stored at room temperature (15°C to 30°C) and must be used within six hours of preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Betiatide used for?▼

What are the side effects of Betiatide?▼

ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions have been reported: nausea, vomiting, wheezing, dyspnea, itching, rash, tachycardia, hypertension, shaking chills, fever, and seizure.

Can I take Betiatide during pregnancy?▼

What are the important warnings for Betiatide?▼

WARNINGS None known. CONTRAINDICATIONS None known.

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Medical Disclaimer

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