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Overview

Brand name
Iodixanol
Generic name
Iodixanol
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route
Intravascular
Marketing category
ANDA · ANDA
Labeler
FRESENIUS KABI USA, LLC
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
2
NDC product codes
2
Packages
6
Data completeness
76% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Iodixanol 270 mg/mL — View
Iodixanol 320 mg/mL — View

Forms, strengths and routes

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Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route of administration
Intravascular
Presentations
8

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

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Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Radiographic Contrast Agent [EPC] EPC All 19 members
X-Ray Contrast Activity [MoA] MoA All 19 members

Regulatory status

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Application number
214271
Application type
ANDA · Abbreviated New Drug Application
Approval date
May 19, 2022
Sponsor
HENGRUI PHARMA
Products on application
2
Submissions recorded
3
Products approved under application 214271.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
214271-001 IODIXANOL INJECTABLE IODIXANOL Prescription AP
214271-002 IODIXANOL INJECTABLE IODIXANOL Prescription AP

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
AP
Reference Listed Drug
No
Reference Standard
No

What this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated (parenteral aqueous solutions)

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Approval history

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Most recent submissions on application 214271.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 15 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved June 27, 2025 Unknown
Supplement 8 Labeling Approved December 19, 2024 Standard
Original application 1 Approved May 19, 2022 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Original application · August 25, 2022

Prescribing information

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Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20230721). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20230721

Boxed Warning

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WARNING: NOT FOR INTRATHECAL USE Inadvertent intrathecal administration may cause death, convulsions/seizures, cerebral hemorrhage, coma, paralysis, arachnoiditis, acute renal failure, cardiac arrest, rhabdomyolysis, hyperthermia, and brain edema [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 5.1 )] . WARNING: NOT FOR INTRATHECAL USE See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning Inadvertent intrathecal administration may cause death, convulsions/seizures, cerebral hemorrhage, coma, paralysis, arachnoiditis, acute renal failure, cardiac arrest, rhabdomyolysis, hyperthermia, and brain edema. ( 4 , 5.1 )

Recent Major Changes

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Warnings and Precautions, Thyroid Dysfunction in Pediatric Patients 0 to 3 Years of Age ( 5.8 ) 04/2023

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Iodixanol injection is indicated in for: Iodixanol injection is a radiographic contrast agent indicated for the following: Intra-arterial Procedures ( 1.1 ) Adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and over Intra-arterial digital subtraction angiography (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL). Angiocardiography (left ventriculography and selective coronary arteriography), peripheral arteriography, visceral arteriography, and cerebral arteriography (320 mg Iodine/mL). Pediatric patients less than 12 years of age Angiocardiography, cerebral arteriography, and visceral arteriography (320 mg Iodine/mL). Intravenous Procedures ( 1.2 ) Adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and over Computed tomography (CT) imaging head and body (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL). Excretory urography (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL). Peripheral venography (270 mg Iodine/mL). Coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) to assist diagnostic evaluation of patients with suspected coronary artery disease (320 mg Iodine/mL). Pediatric patients less than 12 years of age CT imaging of the head and body (270 mg Iodine/mL). Excretory urography (270 mg Iodine/mL). 1.1 Intra-arterial Procedures Adult and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL) intra-arterial digital subtraction angiography (IA-DSA). (320 mg Iodine/mL) angiocardiography (left ventriculography and selective coronary arteriography), peripheral arteriography, visceral arteriography, and cerebral arteriography. Pediatric patients less than 12 years of age (320 mg Iodine/mL) angiocardiography, cerebral arteriography, and visceral arteriography. 1.2 Intravenous Procedures Adult and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL) CT imaging of the head and body. (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL) excretory urography. (270 mg Iodine/mL) peripheral venography. (320 mg Iodine/mL) coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) to assist in the diagnostic evaluation of patients with suspected coronary artery disease. Pediatric patients less than 12 years of age (270 mg Iodine/mL) CT imaging of the head and body. (270 mg Iodine/mL) excretory urography.

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Individualize the combination of volume and concentration of iodixanol injection considering age, body weight, size of the vessel, rate of blood flow within the vessel, and other applicable factors. ( 2.1 , 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 ) For CT of the head and body, iodixanol injection may be used with an automated contrast injection system or contrast media management system cleared for use with iodixanol injection. (2.5) For the adult patients, the maximum recommended total dose of iodine is 80 grams. ( 2.1 ) Patients should be adequately hydrated prior to and following the intravascular administration of iodinated contrast agents. ( 2.1 , 5.3 ) See full prescribing information for complete dosing and administration information. (2) 2.1 Important Dosage and Administration Instructions Iodixanol injection is for intravascular use only [see Boxed Warning , Contraindications (4) , and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Use sterile technique for all handling and administration of iodixanol injection. Do not use if tamper-evident ring is broken or missing. Warm iodixanol injection and administer at body or room temperature. Inspect iodixanol injection for particulate matter or discoloration before administration, whenever solution and container permit. Do not administer if iodixanol injection contains particulate matter or is discolored. Do not mix iodixanol injection with, or inject in intravenous lines containing, other drugs or total nutritional admixtures. Use the lowest dose necessary to obtain adequate visualization. Individualize the volume, strength, and rate of administration of iodixanol injection. Consider factors such as age, bodyweight, vessel size, blood flow rate within the vessel, anticipated pathology, degree and extent of opacification required, structures or area to be examined, disease processes affecting the patient, and equipment and technique to be employed. The maximum recommended total dose of iodine for adults is 80 grams. Avoid extravasation when injecting iodixanol injection; especially in patients with severe arterial or venous disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] . Hydrate patients before and after iodixanol injection administration [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . 2.2 Intra-arterial Dosage and Administration Intra-arterial digital subtraction angiography (IA-DSA) (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL) Angiocardiography (left ventriculography and selective coronary arteriography), peripheral arteriography, visceral arteriography, and cerebral arteriography (320 mg Iodine/mL) Use injection rates approximately equal to the flow rate in the vessel being injected. The usual single injection volumes or total dose per patient (mL/kg) for adults and adolescents over 12 years of age are listed in Table 1: TABLE 1 ADULTS and PEDIATRIC PATIENTS 12 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER IODIXANOL INJECTION SINGLE DOSE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR INJECTION INTO SELECTED ARTERIES ARTERIOGRAPHY IA-DSA 1 Maximum Total Dose Intra-arterial Injection Sites 320 mg Iodine/mL 270 mg Iodine/mL 320 mg Iodine/mL Carotid Arteries 10 mL to 14 mL 5 mL to 8 mL Usually Not to Exceed 175 mL Vertebral Arteries 10 mL to 12 mL 5 mL to 8 mL Right Coronary Artery 3 mL to 8 mL Usually Not to Exceed 200 mL Left Coronary Artery 3 mL to 10 mL Left Ventricle 20 mL to 45 mL Renal Arteries 8 mL to 18 mL 10 mL to 25 mL -- Usually Not to Exceed 250 mL Aortography 30 mL to 70 mL 20 mL to 50 mL 10 mL to 50 mL Major Branches of Aorta 10 mL to 70 mL 5 mL to 30 mL 2 mL to 10 mL Aortofemoral Runoffs 20 mL to 90 mL -- 6 mL to 15 mL Peripheral Arteries 15 mL to 30 mL -- 3 mL to 15 mL 1 IA-DSA = Intra-arterial Digital Subtraction Angiography 2.3 Intravenous Dosage and Administration Computed Tomography of the Head or Body (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL) Excretory Urography (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL) Peripheral Venography (270 mg Iodine/mL) Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) (320 mg Iodine/mL) Recommended dosage o …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Injection: Non-ionic, isotonic, water-soluble, sterile, pyrogen-free, colorless to pale yellow solution in the following strengths: 270 mg of organically bound iodine per mL (550 mg Iodixanol per mL). 320 mg of organically bound iodine per mL (652 mg Iodixanol per mL). Available in the following format: Single-dose polypropylene bottle. Injection: In concentrations of 270 mg and 320 mg of organically bound iodine per mL (550 mg and 652 mg of Iodixanol per mL). ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Iodixanol is contraindicated for intrathecal use [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] : Not indicated for intrathecal use. ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity Reactions: Life-threatening or fatal reactions can occur. Always have emergency equipment and trained personnel available. ( 5.2 ) Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury: Acute injury including renal failure can occur. Minimize dose and maintain adequate hydration to minimize risk. ( 5.3 ) Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions: Hemodynamic disturbances including shock and cardiac arrest may occur during or after administration. ( 5.4 ) Thyroid Dysfunction in Pediatric Patients 0 to 3 Years of Age: Individualize thyroid function monitoring based on risk factors such as prematurity. ( 5.8 ) 5.1 Risks Associated with Inadvertent Intrathecal Administration Iodixanol is for intravascular use only and is contraindicated for intrathecal use [see Contraindications (4) and Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . Inadvertent Intrathecal administration can cause death, convulsions/seizures, cerebral hemorrhage, coma, paralysis, arachnoiditis, acute renal failure, cardiac arrest, rhabdomyolysis, hyperthermia, and brain edema. 5.2 Hypersensitivity Reactions Iodixanol can cause life-threatening or fatal hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis. Manifestations include respiratory arrest, laryngospasm, bronchospasm, angioedema, and shock. Most severe reactions develop shortly after the start of the injection (within 3 minutes), but reactions can occur up to hours later. There is an increased risk in patients with a history of a previous reaction to contrast agent, and known allergies (i.e., bronchial asthma, drug, or food allergies) or other hypersensitivities. Premedication with antihistamines or corticosteroids does not prevent serious life-threatening reactions, but may reduce both their incidence and severity. Obtain a history of allergy, hypersensitivity, or hypersensitivity reactions to iodinated contrast agents and always have emergency resuscitation equipment and trained personnel available prior to iodixanol administration. Monitor all patients for hypersensitivity reactions. 5.3 Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Acute kidney injury, including renal failure, may occur after iodixanol administration. Risk factors include: pre-existing renal impairment, dehydration, diabetes mellitus, congestive heart failure, advanced vascular disease, elderly age, concomitant use of nephrotoxic or diuretic medications, multiple myeloma/paraproteinaceous diseases, repetitive and/or large doses of an iodinated contrast agent. Use the lowest necessary dose of iodixanol in patients with renal impairment. Adequately hydrate patients prior to and following iodixanol administration. Do not use laxatives, diuretics, or preparatory dehydration prior to iodixanol administration. 5.4 Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions Life-threatening or fatal cardiovascular reactions including hypotension, shock, cardiac arrest have occurred with the use of iodixanol. Most deaths occur during injection or five to ten minutes later, with cardiovascular disease as the main aggravating factor. Cardiac decompensation, serious arrhythmias, and myocardial ischemia or infarction can occur during coronary arteriography and ventriculography. Based upon clinical literature reported deaths from the administration of iodinated contrast agents range from 6.6 per million (0.00066%) to 1 in 10,000 (0.01%). Use the lowest necessary dose of iodixanol in patients with congestive heart failure and always have emergency resuscitation equipment and trained personnel available. Monitor all patients for severe cardiovascular reactions. 5.5 Thromboembolic Events Angiocardiography Serious, rarely fatal, thromboembolic events causing myocardial infarction and stroke can occur during angiocardiography procedures with both ionic and nonionic contrast media. During these procedures, increased thrombosis and activation of the complement system occurs. Risk factors for thromboembolic events include: length of procedure, catheter and syringe material, underlying dise …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Risks Associated with Inadvertent Intrathecal Administration [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Contrast-Induced Kidney Injury [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Thromboembolic Events [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Thyroid Dysfunction in Pediatric Patients 0 to 3 Years of Age [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence greater than 0.5%) in adult patients after iodixanol injection: Discomfort, warmth, pain; Cardiovascular: angina. Gastrointestinal: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. Nervous System: agitation, anxiety, insomnia, nervousness, dizziness, headache, migraine, unusual skin sensations, sensory disturbance, fainting, sensation of spinning. Skin: itchy rash, severe itching, hives. Special Senses: Smell, taste, and vision alteration. ( 6.1 ) Pediatric patients experienced similar adverse reactions. ( 6.3 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC at 1-800-551-7176 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Iodixanol is often associated with sensations of discomfort, warmth or pain. In a subgroup of 1,259 patients; 30% who received iodixanol or a comparator had application site discomfort, pain, warmth or cold. Iodixanol had a trend toward fewer patient reports of moderate or severe pain or warmth. Pain was reported in 2% of patients receiving iodixanol and 10% of patients receiving a comparator. Heat was reported in 29% of patients receiving iodixanol and 51% of patients receiving a comparator. Table 3 shows the incidence of events reported in blinded, controlled clinical studies of iodixanol in a total of 1,244 adult patients. Adverse events (AEs) are listed by body system and in decreasing order of occurrence greater than 0.5% of patients. One or more adverse events were reported in 20% of patients during the study period (24 to 72 hours). In a 757 patient subgroup, the number of women reporting adverse events was 83/299 (28%) and the number of men was 77/458 (16%). A total of 3% of women and 0.8% of men reported chest pain. TABLE 3 ADVERSE EVENTS REPORTED IN CONTROLLED CLINICAL TRIALS IN GREATER THAN 0.5% OF 1,244 ADULT PATIENTS RECEIVING IODIXANOL OR OTHER IODINATED CONTRAST AGENTS NUMBER OF PATIENTS EXPOSED Iodixanol N (%)= 1,244 Pooled Comparators N (%) = 861 Number of Patients with Any Adverse Event 248 (19.9) 194 (22.5) Body As a Whole Patients With Any Event 41 (3.3) 22 (2.6) Edema (any location) 7 (0.6) 0 (0) Cardiovascular Patients With Any Event 37 (3.0) 39 (4.5) Angina Pectoris/Chest Pain 28 (2.2) 22 (2.6) Gastrointestinal Patients With Any Event 51 (4.1) 46 (5.3) Diarrhea 7 (0.6) 6 (0.7) Nausea 35 (2.8) 32 (3.7) Vomiting 10 (0.8) 11 (1.3) Nervous System Patients With Any Event 101 (8.1) 60 (7.0) Agitation, Anxiety, Insomnia, Nervousness 10 (0.8) 0 (0) Dizziness 8 (0.7) 8 (0.9) Headache/Migraine 31 (2.5) 15 (1.7) Paresthesia 12 (1.0) 1 (0.1) Sensory Disturbance 10 (0.8) 9 (1.0) Syncope 8 (0.6) 1 (0.1) Vertigo 30 (2.4) 20 (2.3) Skin (not including application site) Patients With Any Event 42 (4.6) 18 (2.1) Nonurticarial Rash or Erythema 26 (2.1) 4 (0.5) Pruritus 20 (1.6) 3 (0.3) Urticaria 6 (0.5) 10 (1.2) Special Senses Patients With Any Event 57 (4.6) 38 (4.4) Parosmia 6 (0.5) 4 (0.5) Taste Perversion 43 (3.5) 32 (3.7) Scotoma 14 (1.1) 2 (0.2) The following selected adverse events were reported in ≤0.5% of the 1,244 pati …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Drug-Drug Interactions Metformin In patients with renal impairment, metformin can cause lactic acidosis. Iodinated contrast agents appear to increase the risk of metformin-induced lactic acidosis, possibly as a result of worsening renal function. Stop metformin at the time of, or prior to, iodixanol administration in patients with an eGFR between 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 and 60 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ; in patients with a history of hepatic impairment, alcoholism or heart failure; or in patients who will be administered intra-arterial iodinated contrast. Re-evaluate eGFR 48 hours after the imaging procedure, and reinstitute metformin only after renal function is stable. Radioactive Iodine Administration of iodinated contrast agents may interfere with thyroid uptake of radioactive iodine (I-131 and I-123) and decrease therapeutic and diagnostic efficacy in patients with carcinoma of the thyroid. The decrease in efficacy lasts for 6 to 8 weeks. Beta-adrenergic Blocking Agents The use of beta-adrenergic blocking agents lowers the threshold for and increases the severity of contrast reactions, and reduces the responsiveness of treatment of hypersensitivity reactions with epinephrine. Because of the risk of hypersensitivity reactions, use caution when administering iodixanol to patients taking beta-blockers. Oral Cholecystographic Contrast Agents Renal toxicity has been reported in patients with liver dysfunction who were given an oral cholecystographic agent followed by intravascular iodinated contrast agents. Postpone the administration of iodixanol in patients who have recently received an oral cholecystographic contrast agent. 7.2 Drug-Laboratory Test Interactions Effect on Thyroid Tests The results of protein bound iodine and radioactive iodine uptake studies, which depend on iodine estimation, will not accurately reflect thyroid function for at least 16 days following administration of iodinated contrast agents. However, thyroid function tests which do not depend on iodine estimations (e.g., T3 resin uptake and total or free thyroxine T4 assays) are not affected. Effect on Urine Tests As reported with other contrast agents, iodixanol may produce a false-positive result for protein in the urine using urine dip tests. However, the Coomassie blue method has been shown to give accurate results for the measurement of urine protein in the presence of iodixanol. In addition, care should be used in interpreting the results of urine specific gravity measurements in the presence of high levels of iodixanol and other contrast agents in the urine. Refractometry or urine osmolality may be substituted.

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Lactation: A lactating woman may pump and discard breast milk for 10 hours after iodixanol administration. ( 8.2 ) Geriatrics: Exercise caution in dose selection for elderly patients. ( 8.5 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no data with iodixanol use in pregnant women to inform any drug-associated risks. In animal reproduction studies, no developmental toxicity occurred with intravenous iodixanol administration to rats and rabbits at doses up to 0.24 (rat) or 0.48 (rabbit) times the maximum recommended human intravenous dose (see Data) . All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Reproduction studies were performed in rats and rabbits with intravenous administration of iodixanol at doses up to 2 g Iodine/kg, daily, from implantation of the embryo (gestation day 7 in rat; 6 in rabbit) through closure of the hard palate (gestation day 17 in rats; 18 in rabbits). No maternal toxicity occurred, and no adverse effects occurred on fetal survival, embryo-fetal development, or the ability of dams to rear a litter. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of iodixanol in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant or the effects on milk production. Iodinated contrast agents are poorly excreted into human milk and are poorly absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract of a breastfed infant. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for iodixanol and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from iodixanol or from the underlying maternal condition. Clinical Considerations Interruption of breastfeeding after exposure to iodinated contrast agents is not necessary because the potential exposure of the breastfed infant to iodine is small. However, a lactating woman may consider interrupting breastfeeding and pumping and discarding breast milk for 10 hours (approximately 5 elimination half-lives) after iodixanol administration in order to minimize drug exposure to a breast fed infant. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and efficacy of iodixanol have been established in pediatric patients down to birth for angiocardiography, cerebral arteriography, visceral arteriography, CT imaging of the head and body, and excretory urography. The safety and efficacy of iodixanol have also been established in pediatric patients 12 years and older for intra-arterial digital subtraction angiography, peripheral arteriography, peripheral venography and CCTA. Use of iodixanol is supported by evidence from adequate and well controlled studies of iodixanol in adults and additional safety data obtained in 459 pediatric patients. In general, the types of adverse reactions reported are similar to those of adults. A higher number of adverse events in patients less than 1 year of age compared to older patients were observed in a study of iodixanol [see Adverse Events (6.3) ] . The elimination of iodixanol is slower in this age group [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Thyroid function tests indicative of thyroid dysfunction, characterized by hypothyroidism or transient thyroid suppression have been reported following iodinated contrast media administration in pediatric patients, including term and preterm neonates. Some patients were treated for hypothyroidism. After exposure to iodinated contrast media, individualize thyroid function monitoring in pediatric patients 0 to 3 years of age based on underlying risk factors, especially in term and preterm neonates [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) and Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . Pediatric patients at higher risk of experiencing an adverse reaction during and after administration of any contrast agent may include those with asthma, hypersensitivity to oth …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action Intravascular injection of iodixanol opacifies vessels in the path of flow of the contrast agent, permitting visualization of internal structures. In imaging of the body, iodinated contrast agents diffuse from the vascular into the extravascular space. In a normal brain with an intact blood-brain barrier, contrast does not diffuse into the extravascular space. In patients with a disrupted blood- brain barrier, contrast agent accumulates in the interstitial space in the region of disruption.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION 11.1 Chemical Characteristics Iodixanol injection, USP is a dimeric, iso-osmolar, nonionic, water-soluble, radiographic contrast medium for intravascular (intravenous and intra-arterial) use. It is provided as a ready-to-use sterile, pyrogen-free, and preservative free, colorless to pale yellow solution. The chemical formula is 5,5 ́-[(2-hydroxy-1,3-propanediyl) bis(acetylimino)] bis[N,N ́-bis(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-2,4,6-triiodo-­1,3-benzenedicarboxamide] with a molecular weight of 1,550.18 (iodine content 49.1%). Iodixanol (C 35 H 44 I 6 N 6 O 15 ) has the following structural formula: Iodixanol injection, USP is available in two strengths: Iodixanol Injection, USP, 270 mg Iodine/mL (550 mg Iodixanol/mL), 0.074 mg calcium chloride dihydrate, 1.87 mg sodium chloride, 1.2 mg tromethamine, and 0.1 mg edetate calcium disodium. Iodixanol Injection, USP, 320 mg Iodine/mL (652 mg Iodixanol/mL), 0.044 mg calcium chloride dihydrate, 1.11 mg sodium chloride, 1.2 mg tromethamine and 0.1 mg edetate calcium disodium. Sodium chloride and calcium chloride have been added, resulting in an isotonic solution for injection providing for both concentrations a sodium/calcium ratio equivalent to blood. The pH is adjusted to 7.4 with hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to achieve a range between pH 6.8 and 7.7 at 22°C. Structure 11.2 Physical Characteristics The two concentrations of iodixanol injection, USP (270 mg Iodine/mL and 320 mg Iodine/mL) have the following physical properties: TABLE 4 Physical Properties of Iodixanol Injection, USP Parameter Concentration (mg Iodine/mL) 320 270 Osmolality (mOsmol/kg water) 290 290 Viscosity (cP) @ 20°C 26.6 12.7 @ 37°C 11.8 6.3 Density (g/mL) @ 20°C 1.369 1.314 @ 37°C 1.356 1.303

10 OVERDOSAGE The adverse effects of overdosage of any contrast agent may be life-threatening and affect mainly the pulmonary and cardiovascular systems. Treatment of an overdosage is directed toward the support of all vital functions and prompt institution of symptomatic therapy. Iodixanol injection does not bind to plasma or serum protein and can be dialyzed.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied Iodixanol injection, USP is a ready-to-use sterile, pyrogen-free, preservative free, colorless to pale yellow solution available in two (2) strengths. It is supplied in the following configurations: Iodixanol Injection, USP, 270 mg Iodine/mL: Product Code Unit of Sale Each 381100 NDC 65219-381-10 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-381-03 100 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 381150 NDC 65219-381-50 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-381-05 150 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle Iodixanol Injection, USP, 320 mg Iodine/mL: Product Code Unit of Sale Each 383105 NDC 65219-383-05 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-383-02 50 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 383110 NDC 65219-383-10 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-383-04 100 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 383150 NDC 65219-383-50 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-383-06 150 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 383200 NDC 65219-383-70 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-383-08 200 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 16.2 Storage and Handling Protect iodixanol injection, USP from direct exposure to sunlight. Store iodixanol injection, USP at controlled room temperature, 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Iodixanol injection, USP may be stored in a contrast media warmer for up to one month at 37°C (98.6°F). Do not freeze. Discard any product that is inadvertently frozen, as freezing may compromise the closure integrity of the immediate container. DO NOT USE IF TAMPER-EVIDENT RING IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

16.1 How Supplied Iodixanol injection, USP is a ready-to-use sterile, pyrogen-free, preservative free, colorless to pale yellow solution available in two (2) strengths. It is supplied in the following configurations: Iodixanol Injection, USP, 270 mg Iodine/mL: Product Code Unit of Sale Each 381100 NDC 65219-381-10 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-381-03 100 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 381150 NDC 65219-381-50 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-381-05 150 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle Iodixanol Injection, USP, 320 mg Iodine/mL: Product Code Unit of Sale Each 383105 NDC 65219-383-05 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-383-02 50 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 383110 NDC 65219-383-10 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-383-04 100 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 383150 NDC 65219-383-50 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-383-06 150 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle 383200 NDC 65219-383-70 Unit of 10 NDC 65219-383-08 200 mL single-dose polypropylene bottle

Adverse event reports

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Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: IODIXANOL. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Packaging and NDCs

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65219-381-10 65219-381 FRESENIUS KABI USA, LLC 10 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 BOX (65219-381-10) / 100 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (65219-381-03) June 21, 2022
65219-381-50 65219-381 FRESENIUS KABI USA, LLC 10 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 BOX (65219-381-50) / 150 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (65219-381-05) June 21, 2022
65219-383-05 65219-383 FRESENIUS KABI USA, LLC 10 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 BOX (65219-383-05) / 50 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (65219-383-02) June 21, 2022
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