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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Rarely, severe allergic reactions of an anaphylactoid nature, have been reported following administration of barium sulfate contrast agents. Appropriately trained personnel and facilities should be available for emergency treatment of severe reactions and should remain available for at least 30 to 60 minutes following administration, since delayed reactions can occur.
Due to the increased likelihood of allergic reactions in atopic patients, it is important that a complete history of known and suspected allergies as well as allergiclike symptoms, e.g., rhinitis, bronchial asthma, eczema and urticaria, must be obtained prior to any medical procedure utilizing these products. A mild allergic reaction would most likely include generalized pruritus, erythema or urticaria (approximately 1 in 250,000). Such reactions will generally respond to an antihistamine such as 50 mg of diphenhydramine or its equivalent. In the rarer, more serious reactions (approximately 1 in 1,000,000) laryngeal edema, bronchospasm or hypotension could develop. Severe reactions which may require emergency measures are often characterized by peripheral vasodilation, hypotension, reflex tachycardia, dyspnea, agitation, confusion and cyanosis, progressing to unconsciousness. Treatment should be initiated immediately with 0.3 to 0.5 cc of 1:1000 epinephrine subcutaneously. If bronchospasm predominates, 0.25 to 0.50 grams of intravenous aminophylline should be given slowly. Appropriate vasopressors might be required. Adrenocorticosteroids, even if given intravenously, exert no significant effect on the acute allergic reactions for a few hours. The administration of these agents should not be regarded as emergency measures for the treatment of allergic reactions.
Apprehensive patients may develop weakness, pallor, tinnitus, diaphoresis and bradycardia following the administration of any diagnostic agent. Such reactions are usually non-allergic in nature and are best treated by having the patient lie flat for an additional 10 to 30 minutes under observation.
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Uses
For use in Computed Tomography to opacify the GI tract.
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Other Information
READI-CAT® 2 is a barium sulfate suspension 2.1% w/v, 2.0% w/w for oral administration. Each 100 mL contains 2.1 g barium sulfate. Barium sulfate, due to its high molecular density is opaque to x-rays and therefore, acts as a positive contrast agent for radiographic studies. The active ingredient is barium sulfate and its structural formula is BaSO4. Barium sulfate occurs as a fine, white, odorless, tasteless, bulky powder which is free from grittiness. Its aqueous suspensions are neutral to litmus. It is practically insoluble in water, solutions of acids and alkalies, and organic solvents.
Inactive Ingredients
Citric acid, natural and artificial orange flavor, natural and artificial vanilla flavor, potassium sorbate, purified water, saccharin sodium, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution and xanthan gum.
BANANA SMOOTHIE READI-CAT® 2 is a barium sulfate suspension 2.1% w/v, 2.0% w/w for oral administration. Each 100 mL contains 2.1 g barium sulfate. Barium sulfate, due to its high molecular density is opaque to x-rays and therefore, acts as a positive contrast agent for radiographic studies. The active ingredient is barium sulfate and its structural formula is BaSO4. Barium sulfate occurs as a fine, white, odorless, tasteless, bulky powder which is free from grittiness. Its aqueous suspensions are neutral to litmus. It is practically insoluble in water, solutions of acids and alkalies, and organic solvents.
Inactive Ingredients
Artificial vanilla flavor, benzoic acid, citric acid, natural banana flavor (with other natural flavors), potassium sorbate, purified water, saccharin sodium, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol solution and xanthan gum.
CREAMY VANILLA SMOOTHIE READI-CAT® 2 is a barium sulfate suspension 2.1% w/v, 2.0% w/w for oral administration. Each 100 mL contains 2.1 g barium sulfate. Barium sulfate, due to its high molecular density is opaque to x-rays and therefore, acts as a positive contrast agent for radiographic studies. The active ingredient is barium sulfate and its structural formula is BaSO4. Barium sulfate occurs as a fine, white, odorless, tasteless, bulky powder which is free from grittiness. Its aqueous suspensions are neutral to litmus. It is practically insoluble in water, solutions of acids and alkalies, and organic solvents.
Inactive Ingredients
Artificial vanilla flavor, benzoic acid, citric acid, potassium sorbate, purified water, saccharin sodium, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol solution and xanthan gum.
BERRY SMOOTHIE READI-CAT® 2 is a barium sulfate suspension 2.1% w/v, 2.0% w/w for oral administration. Each 100 mL contains 2.1 g barium sulfate. Barium sulfate, due to its high molecular density is opaque to x-rays and therefore, acts as a positive contrast agent for radiographic studies. The active ingredient is barium sulfate and its structural formula is BaSO4. Barium sulfate occurs as a fine, white, odorless, tasteless, bulky powder which is free from grittiness. Its aqueous suspensions are neutral to litmus. It is practically insoluble in water, solutions of acids and alkalies, and organic solvents.
Inactive Ingredients
Benzoic acid, citric acid, natural and artificial blueberry flavor, potassium sorbate, purified water, saccharin sodium, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol solution and xanthan gum.
MOCHACCINO SMOOTHIE READI-CAT® 2 is a barium sulfate suspension 2.1% w/v, 2.0% w/w for oral administration. Each 100 mL contains 2.1 g barium sulfate. Barium sulfate, due to its high molecular density is opaque to x-rays and therefore, acts as a positive contrast agent for radiographic studies. The active ingredient is barium sulfate and its structural formula is BaSO4. Barium sulfate occurs as a fine, white, odorless, tasteless, bulky powder which is free from grittiness. Its aqueous suspensions are neutral to litmus. It is practically insoluble in water, solutions of acids and alkalies, and organic solvents.
Inactive Ingredients
Benzoic acid, citric acid, natural and artificial bavarian chocolate flavor, natural and artificial coffee cappuccino flavor, potassium sorbate, purified water, saccharin sodium, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol solution and xanthan gum.
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Readi-cat2 Manufacturers
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The volume and concentration of the CT barium sulfate suspension to be administered will depend on the degree and extent of contrast required in the area(s) under examination and on the equipment and technique employed.
Suggested 30 Minute Barium Administration Protocol for Abdomen Studies:
Administer 300 mL CT barium suspension 30 minutes before scan and 150 mL immediately prior to scan; or use as directed by physician.Suggested 90 Minute Barium Administration Protocol for Abdomen/Pelvis Studies: Administer 450 mL CT barium suspension 90 minutes before scan, another 300 mL 30 minutes before scan, and finally 150 mL immediately prior to scan; or use as directed by physician.
Other dosing regimens may be followed as applicable.
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