User:Mr. Ibrahem/Diatrizoate

Diatrizoate, also known as amidotrizoate, is a contrast agent used during X-rays. This includes when visualizing veins, the urinary system, spleen, and joints, as well as during computer tomography (CT scan). It is given by mouth, injection into a vein, injection into the bladder, through a nasogastric tube, or rectally.

Relatively common side effects include vomiting, diarrhea, and skin redness. Other side effects include itchiness, kidney problems, low blood pressure, and allergic reactions. It is not recommended in people who have an iodine allergy. Diatrizoate is an iodinated ionic radiocontrast agent with high osmolality.

Diatrizoate was approved for medical use in the United States in 1954. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. As of 2016, the wholesale cost in the developing world is about US$5.49 per 20 ml vial. In the United States a dose costs less than US$25.