Technetium Tc 99m Medronate (By injection)
tek-NEE-shee-um Tc 99m ME-droe-nate
Used to help your doctor see an image of your bones to help find problems.
Drug classes
Diagnostic Agent, Radiopharmaceutical Imaging (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Technetium Tc 99m medronate injection is a radiopharmaceutical. Radiopharmaceuticals are radioactive agents, which may be used to find and treat certain diseases or to study the function of the body’s organs.
Technetium Tc 99m medronate injection is used to help your doctor see an image of your bones to help diagnose bone problems.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor with specialized training in nuclear medicine.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Injectable
A doctor or other health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins before you have a bone scan.
You will need to urinate right away and as often as possible for 4 to 6 hours after you get this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids before and after you get this medicine so you will urinate more.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
When Not To Use
You should not get this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to technetium Tc 99m medronate or if you are breastfeeding.
Warnings
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you have kidney disease, low calcium in the blood, or other medical problems.
You may be exposed to radiation when you get this medicine. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about this.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fever, chills, nausea, or vomiting
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Blurred vision, sweating, confusion, or unusual tiredness or weakness
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Rash or itching skin
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
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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Brand names include
CIS-MDP, MPI MDP, Osteolite
There may be other brand names for this medicine.