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What is Tagitol V
Barium sulfateThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryBarium sulfate is a chemical compound found in nature as the mineral barite. It is also used in manufacturing and added to concrete for radiation shielding. Barium sulfate is used as a contrast agent in X-ray procedures. It is taken orally or rectally and mixed with bicarbonate to help improve visibility of the gastrointestinal tract.
E-Z-Pasteis the brand name
Tagitol V Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
E-Z-Paste
Barium sulfate
1974
24
Effectiveness
How Tagitol V Affects PatientsBarium sulfate helps X-rays show up more clearly on images of the body. This makes it easier to see any abnormalities or differences in the body's normal structure.
How Tagitol V works in the bodyBarium sulfate is a heavy metal used in x-rays. It's not absorbed by the body and is used to fill the inside of the gastrointestinal tract or coat its surface. Barium sulfate helps clearly show the shape and size of the gastrointestinal tract, and can help spot any abnormalities like tumors, ulcers, or inflammation. It can also be used in CT scans of the abdomen to help differentiate between different organs. To further enhance the visibility of the gastrointestinal tract, gas or osmotically active agents like sorbitol can be used in combination with the barium. This is known as a double-contrast procedure
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed dosage of Tagitol V is based on the diagnosed condition. The measure of dosage is contingent upon the application technique (e.g. Powder - Oral; Rectal or Suspension - Oral; Rectal) featured in the table beneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
computerized tomography
, 2.2 %, 0.96 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 95.0 %, 45.0 %, 600.0 mg/mL, 1.5 %, 51.0 %, 0.81 mg/mg, 98.0 %, 20.0 mg/mL, 13.0 %, 100.0 %, 55.0 %, 0.965 mg/mg, 400.0 mg/mL, 56.0 %, 82.0 %, 0.6 mg/mg, 57.0 %, 240.0 mg/mL, 81.0 %, 210.0 %, 60.0 %, 5.0 %, 0.98 mg/mg, 1050.0 mg/mL, 50.0 %, 21.0 mg/mL, 44.0 %, 700.0 mg, 0.95 mg/mg, 0.4 mg/mg, 22.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 15.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.97 mg/mg, 130.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 850.0 mg/mL, 2100.0 mg/mL, 0.56 mg/mg, 0.44 mg/mg, 13.0 mg/mL
, Oral; Rectal, Suspension, Suspension - Oral; Rectal, Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral; Rectal, Rectal, Paste, Paste - Rectal, Powder, for solution - Rectal, Enema - Rectal, Enema, Powder - Oral; Rectal, Powder, Powder, for suspension - Oral; Rectal, Liquid, Liquid - Oral; Rectal, Suspension - Rectal, Powder, for suspension - Rectal, Cream, Cream - Oral, Powder, for solution - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Powder - Oral, Paste - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, For suspension - Oral; Rectal
Gastrointestinal tract structure
, 2.2 %, 0.96 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 95.0 %, 45.0 %, 600.0 mg/mL, 1.5 %, 51.0 %, 0.81 mg/mg, 98.0 %, 20.0 mg/mL, 13.0 %, 100.0 %, 55.0 %, 0.965 mg/mg, 400.0 mg/mL, 56.0 %, 82.0 %, 0.6 mg/mg, 57.0 %, 240.0 mg/mL, 81.0 %, 210.0 %, 60.0 %, 5.0 %, 0.98 mg/mg, 1050.0 mg/mL, 50.0 %, 21.0 mg/mL, 44.0 %, 700.0 mg, 0.95 mg/mg, 0.4 mg/mg, 22.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 15.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.97 mg/mg, 130.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 850.0 mg/mL, 2100.0 mg/mL, 0.56 mg/mg, 0.44 mg/mg, 13.0 mg/mL
, Oral; Rectal, Suspension, Suspension - Oral; Rectal, Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral; Rectal, Rectal, Paste, Paste - Rectal, Powder, for solution - Rectal, Enema - Rectal, Enema, Powder - Oral; Rectal, Powder, Powder, for suspension - Oral; Rectal, Liquid, Liquid - Oral; Rectal, Suspension - Rectal, Powder, for suspension - Rectal, Cream, Cream - Oral, Powder, for solution - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Powder - Oral, Paste - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, For suspension - Oral; Rectal
Warnings
Tagitol V has four contraindications, so it should not be amalgamated with the ailments enumerated in the table below.Tagitol V ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
known or suspected gastrointestinal obstruction
Do Not Combine
Aspiration of Gastric Contents
Do Not Combine
Gastrointestinal Perforation
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Barium Sulfate may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Tagitol V Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Tagitol V Toxicity & Overdose RiskAcute exposure to barium sulfate may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, eye and respiratory irritation. In more serious cases, it can lead to an allergic reaction, difficulty with digestion, breathing problems, or even death. Repeated exposure can lead to a lung condition called baritosis (benign pneumoconiosis). Leakage of barium sulfate into the abdomen is possible and can cause obstruction or impaction if not enough fluid is consumed afterwards. Rarely, perforation of the bowel can happen due to an enema tip or balloon used during treatment. No animal studies have been
Tagitol V Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Tagitol V?
An active clinical trial is investigating the potential of Tagitol V to affect the structure of the Gastrointestinal tract.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
computerized tomography
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Gastrointestinal tract structure
0 Actively Recruiting
Tagitol V Reviews: What are patients saying about Tagitol V?
3.7Patient Review
7/20/2011 After my virtual colonoscopy, I was in a lot of pain and I haven't had a normal bowel movement since. I'm wondering if there's anything that can help me pass the stuff without resorting to laxatives.
Patient Q&A Section about tagitol v
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is barium solution?
"The text is talking about a liquid that contains barium sulfate, which is a silver-white metallic element. This element is used to show pictures of parts of the digestive system in x-rays."
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What does barium contrast taste like?
"The barium you swallow for the test is artificially flavored and sweetened, but many people say it tastes bitter or chalky."
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What is Tagitol V used for?
"TAGITOLTM V Stool Tagging Agent is a low-volume contrast agent used to make stool visible on a Computed Tomography (CT) scan. It is mixed into the stool as it forms, so that retained feces can be immediately seen."
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Does Tagitol cause diarrhea?
"Common side effects of the medication include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramping. However, serious adverse reactions to the medication can include aspiration pneumonitis, barium sulfate impaction, intestinal perforation with consequent peritonitis and granuloma formation, vasovagal and syncopal episodes."
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