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IOBENGUANE I 123 (eye oh BEN gwane) helps find or diagnose pheochromocytoma, a tumor in the adrenal glands. It may also help find or diagnose neuroblastoma, a cancer that occurs in nerve cells. It can be used to assess heart function in heart failure. It works by making cells and tissue easier to view on imaging scans.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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This medication is infused into a vein. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be given to children as young as 1 month for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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-Certain medications for blood pressure, such as labetalol or reserpine
-Certain medications for depression, such as amitriptyline
-Decongestants, such as pseudoephedrine
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.
Talk to your care team about how to prepare for your treatment. It is important to increase the amount of fluids you drink before you receive this medication. Void often for 48 hours after treatment. This will help reduce radiation exposure to your bladder.
Talk to your care team if you may be pregnant. Serious birth defects can occur if you take this medication during pregnancy.
Do not breastfeed for at least 6 days after your treatment.
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This does not apply.
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Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Increase in blood pressure
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Dizziness
-Flushing
-Headache
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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This medication is only given in a hospital or clinic. It will not be stored at home.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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