
cardiografin
Cardiografin (Diatrizoate Meglumine) is a radiographic contrast agent.
Diatrizoate Meglumine · by Bracco
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Diatrizoate Meglumine
- Drug class
- Radiographic Contrast Agent
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Diatrizoate Meglumine 85%
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- Manufacturer
- Bracco
- FDA application
- NDA011620
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Drug class
How this class works, per Intravenous Contrast - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf.
Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- How does Cardiografin work?
- Cardiografin is a radiographic contrast agent. Radiographic contrast agents are imaging dyes, not treatments. They contain dense elements like iodine that absorb X-rays strongly, so the blood vessels or organs they fill show up bright and clearly outlined on an X-ray or CT scan.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Cardiografin?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Cardiografin. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Cardiografin?
- Cardiografin is marketed by Bracco. You can see Bracco's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Cardiografin a brand-name or generic drug?
- Cardiografin is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Diatrizoate Meglumine.
- Is Cardiografin available over the counter?
- No. Cardiografin is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Cardiografin come in?
- Cardiografin is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Cardiografin?
- Cardiografin is classified as radiographic contrast agent, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Cardiografin FDA-registered?
- Cardiografin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA011620. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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