diatrizoate meglumine

Diatrizoate meglumine is an iodinated, water-soluble radiopaque contrast agent used primarily to enhance imaging in diagnostic procedures such as retrograde cystourethrography, gastrointestinal studies, angiography, and urography. It works by increasing the contrast of internal body structures on radiographic images due to its high iodine content, which absorbs X-rays. This agent is administered intravenously or via other routes depending on the procedure and is indicated for use under medical supervision[1][2][3][5]. Its primary mechanism of action is physical—providing radiopacity rather than acting through a biochemical target.

Brand names

CystografinCystografin-DiluteHypaque-CystoHypaque MeglumineReno-30Reno30Reno 30Reno-60Reno60Reno 60Reno-DipGastrografinRenocal 76Renocal76Renocal-76RenografinMD-Gastroview

Other names

diatrizoate meglumine