HYPAQUE-CYSTO vs HYPAQUE SODIUM 20%

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. HYPAQUE-CYSTO and HYPAQUE SODIUM 20% are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	HYPAQUE-CYSTO	HYPAQUE SODIUM 20%
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	DIATRIZOATE MEGLUMINE	DIATRIZOATE SODIUM
Manufacturer	Ge Healthcare	Ge Healthcare
Dosage forms	Solution	Solution
Drug class	Radiographic Contrast Agent	Radiographic Contrast Agent
Boxed warning	None	None

hypaque-cysto hypaque sodium 20%

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

DIATRIZOATE MEGLUMINE

DIATRIZOATE SODIUM

Manufacturer

Ge Healthcare

Dosage forms

Solution

Drug class

Radiographic Contrast Agent

Boxed warning

None

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Hypaque-Cysto and Hypaque Sodium 20%?

Hypaque-Cysto contains Diatrizoate Meglumine, while Hypaque Sodium 20% contains Diatrizoate Sodium — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.