BARIUM SULFATE

Diagnostic Agent

Brand names: E-Z-Paque

Oral

Mechanism of Action

Diagnostic Agent agent

Indications

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Liquid E-Z-PAQUE is indicated for use in single contrast radiographic examinations of the esophagus

stomach

and small bowel to visualize the gastrointestinal (GI) tract in adult and pediatric patients ( 1 )

Contraindications

• acute GI hemorrhage or ischemia
• toxic megacolon
• severe ileus
• post GI surgery or biopsy
• acute GI injury or burn

FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity reactions: Emergency equipment and trained personnel should be immediately available ( 5
3 ) Aspiration pneumonitis: Patients with history of food aspiration or with swallowing disorders are at increased risk ( 5
1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Barium sulfate preparations contain a number of excipients, including natural and artificial flavors and may induce serious hypersensitivity reactions
A history of bronchial asthma, atopy or a previous reaction to a contrast agent may increase the risk for hypersensitivity reactions

Known Side Effects

14 documented side effects by frequency

Fatigue

1-10%

Nausea

1-10%

Diarrhea

1-10%

Headache

1-10%

Dizziness

1-10%

Drug Not Working

1-10%

Joint Pain

1-10%

Shortness of Breath

1-10%

Itching

1-10%

Limb Pain

1-10%

Weakness

1-10%

Vomiting

1-10%

Rash

0.1-1%

Insomnia

0.1-1%

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Oral