Indication
Retinal and choroidal angiography
Mechanism of Action
Water-soluble tricarbocyanine dye, peak absorption at 805 nm, maximal emission at 835 nm, bound to plasma proteins for choroidal vasculature imaging
Available Quantities
25 mg vial
Dosage/Instructions
Adults: Standard intravenous dose is 25 mg in 5 ml solvent. Children: Dosage adjusted based on body weight.
Pregnancy & Nursing
Limited data; potential risks to the fetus not well established
Pediatric Use
All ages
Contraindications, side effects, etc.
Contraindications: Should be used with caution in patients with a history of allergy to iodides due to the risk of anaphylaxis.
Warnings and Precautions: Anaphylaxis deaths have been reported. The dye is unstable in aqueous solution and must be used within 6 hours. It interferes with radioactive iodine uptake studies.
Common Side Effects: Anaphylactic or urticarial reactions, even in patients without a history of allergy to iodides.
