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Diatrizoate

Iodine-based contrast agent used for X-ray imaging of the bladder and urethra.

Clinical information

Common uses

retrograde cystourethrography (bladder and urethra X-ray)

Cautions

severe allergic-type reactions more likely with asthma or allergy history
iodine or contrast sensitivity needs extreme caution
the procedure itself can cause blood in urine or infection

Pregnancy: only if clearly needed

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, Cystografin (diatrizoate meglumine) label, setid 7496d736-9f7d-4136-ad5d-b24c7803c21b (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations2

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Diatriziate	Parenteral ( Injection )	140 mg – 420 mg iodine [as sodium or meglumine salt]/mL in 20 ml	MFDA designated importers with Pre Authorization approval before import	hospital
Diatriziate Meglumine	Parenteral ( Injection )	0.65	MFDA designated importers with Pre Authorization approval before import	hospital