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Pharmaranks rates Ultratag 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Ultratag (Technetium Tc-99m Red Blood Cell Kit) is a medication supplied as a kit.

Technetium Tc-99m Red Blood Cell Kit · by Curium

70/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 18, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Form
Kit
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Curium
FDA application
NDA019981

What is Ultratag?

From the FDA label:Ultratag ™ RBC (Kit for the Preparation of Technetium Tc 99m Red Blood Cells Injection) is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, diagnostic kit for the in vitro preparation of Technetium Tc 99m Red Blood Cells Injection. Each kit consists of three separate nonradioactive components: 1. A 10 milliliter reaction vial containing: Stannous Chloride, Dihydrate (SnCl 2 •2H 2 O) – 50 mcg minimum Stannous Chloride, Dihydrate (SnCl 2 •2H 2 O) – 96 mcg theoretical Tin Chloride (Stannous and Stannic), Dihydrate (as SnCl 2 •2H 2 O) – 105 mcg maximum Sodium Citrate, Dihydrate – 3.67 mg Dextrose, Anhydrous – 5.5 mg Hydrochloric Acid – 0.47 mg Prior to lyophilization, the pH is adjusted to 7.1 to 7.2 with sodium hydroxide. The contents of the vial are lyophilized and stored under argon. 2. Syringe I contains: Sodium Hypochlorite – 0.6 mg in Sterile Water for Injection The total volume of this syringe is 0.6 mL. Sodium hydroxide may have been added for pH adjustment. The pH of this solution is 11 to 13. The syringe must be protected from light to prevent degradation of the light-sensitive sodium hypochlorite. 3. Syringe II contains: Citric Acid, Monohydrate – 8.7 mg Sodium Citrate, Dihydrate – 32.5 mg Dextrose, Anhydrous – 12 mg in Sterile Water for Injection The total volume of this syringe is 1 mL. The pH range of this solution is adjusted to 4.5 to 5.5 with sodium citrate or citric acid as needed.

How to use

The Instructions for Preparation must be carefully followed for preparing technetium Tc 99m red blood cells using Ultratag™ RBC. The suggested dose range of technetium Tc 99m red blood cells in the average patient (70 kg) is 370 MBq (10 mCi) to 740 MBq (20 mCi). The patient dose should be measured by a suitable radioactivity calibration system immediately prior to administration. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Aseptic procedures and a shielded syringe should be employed in preparing and withdrawing doses for administration to patients. The user should wear waterproof gloves during the administration procedure.

Side effects

None known.

Warnings

Important safety information

None known.

Who should not take Ultratag

None known.

Dosage forms

Kit

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

How is Ultratag rated?
pharmaranks gives Ultratag a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
Is there a coupon or discount for Ultratag?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Ultratag. 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 Ultratag?
Ultratag is marketed by Curium. You can see Curium's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Ultratag a brand-name or generic drug?
Ultratag is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Technetium Tc-99m Red Blood Cell Kit.
Is Ultratag available over the counter?
No. Ultratag 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 Ultratag come in?
Ultratag is currently marketed as kit, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Ultratag FDA-registered?
Ultratag is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA019981. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Ultratag been recalled by the FDA?
Ultratag has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is Ultratag safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Ultratag a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.
What are the side effects of Ultratag?
Ultratag's side effects are taken directly from its FDA label. From the label: None known. Both common and serious reactions are documented in full on this page. This is general reference from the FDA, not medical advice — always consult a professional.

Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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