Cholecystographic Agents, Oral (Diagnostic)

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your health care professional immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare

Itching; skin rash or hives; swelling of skin; unusual bleeding or bruising (with iopanoic acid only)

Symptoms of overdose

Diarrhea (severe); nausea and vomiting (severe); problems with urination

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects should go away as the effects of the radiopaque agent wear off. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Diarrhea (mild); nausea and vomiting (mild to moderate)

Less common

Abdominal or stomach spasms or cramps; diarrhea (severe); difficult or painful urination; dizziness; frequent urge to urinate; headache; heartburn; nausea and vomiting (severe or continuing)

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.