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Indium in 111 pentetreotide (By injection)

Indium In 111 Pentetreotide (IN-dee-um In 111 pen-te-TREE-oh-tide)

Helps a tumor show more clearly on an x-ray or scan.

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How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
• A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
• Drink extra fluids for at least one day before your x-ray or scan. Your doctor may ask you to use a laxative before and after your scan to help you empty your bowels. These steps will help your body get rid of the radioactive portion of this medicine as quickly as possible.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Some medicines can affect how indium In 111 pentetreotide works. Tell your doctor if you are also using octreotide.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease.
• You will be exposed to radiation when you are given this medicine. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about this.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Fever, headache, nausea, sweating, weakness
• Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Last Updated: 9/6/2024