Leaflet SULFAT BARIU PRO RONTGEN 80g powder for oral suspension

Indicated for: diagnostic imaging

Route of administration: oral

Substance: barium sulphate without suspending agents (contrast agent)

ATC: V08BA02 (Various | X-ray contrast media, non-iodinated | Barium sulfate containing x-ray contrast media)

Precautions:
Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis

Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.

Additional monitoring
Additional monitoring

This medicine is subject to additional monitoring.

Barium sulfate without suspending agents is a pure form of barium used as a contrast agent in medical imaging, particularly for gastrointestinal radiography. This formulation is indicated in situations where clear and detailed visualization is required without interference from suspending additives.

Barium sulfate without suspending agents is administered orally or rectally, depending on the area to be examined. It is commonly used to diagnose conditions such as ulcers, tumors, or intestinal obstructions.

While effective, this formulation may have a higher tendency to settle in certain areas of the gastrointestinal tract, potentially causing constipation or abdominal discomfort. It is contraindicated in patients with suspected gastrointestinal perforation or complete obstruction.

Barium sulfate without suspending agents is a valuable option for imaging studies requiring high contrast and a simplified formulation.

General data about SULFAT BARIU PRO RONTGEN 80g

  • Substance: barium sulphate without suspending agents
  • Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
  • Product code: W14046001
  • Concentration: 80g
  • Pharmaceutical form: powder for oral suspension
  • Quantity: 1
  • Product type: Generic medicine
  • Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.

Pharmaceutical forms available for barium sulphate without suspending agents

Concentrations available for barium sulphate without suspending agents

  • 4.9% m/v
  • 80g
  • 98% m/m