What are possible side effects of Optiray (ioversol)?

Contrast agents, like Optiray (ioversol), can cause headache, pain, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. They can also affect certain parts of the body and cause [kidney problems](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4034507/#sec4title) and [thyroid problems](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4034507/#sec3title). In fact, there was an [FDA warning](https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-recommends-thyroid-monitoring-babies-and-young-children-who-receive-injections-iodine-containing) that called for more thyroid monitoring in babies and young children who receive iodine-contrast agents. Rarely, Optiray (ioversol) can cause serious allergic reactions. Get medical help right away if you experience shortness of breath, hives, or swelling after receiving this medication.

Is Optiray (ioversol) safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

There isn't enough information to know if Optiray (ioversol) is safe to use during pregnancy. In animal studies, Optiray (ioversol) didn't cause harm to unborn babies. If you're pregnant, speak to your provider about the risks and benefits of this medication. It isn't known if Optiray (ioversol) can pass into breast milk or cause harm to breastfed babies. To avoid this risk, it's recommended that you stop breastfeeding. Instead, you can pump and throw away any breast milk for up to 8 hours after your dose of Optiray (ioversol).

Optiray 300

Used for Diagnosis

Optiray (ioversol) is an iodine-containing contrast agent that's used to help providers see inside of your body on an X-ray or CT scan. It's typically injected into your arteries or veins near the part of the body your provider wants to see.

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Last reviewed on October 6, 2022

What is Optiray (ioversol)?

What is Optiray (ioversol) used for?

Diagnostic imaging during an X-ray or CT scan

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Drug facts

Common Brands	Optiray-300, Optiray-320, Optiray-350
Drug Class	Contrast agent
Controlled Substance Classification	Not a controlled medication
Generic Status	No lower-cost generic available
Availability	Prescription only

Common Brands

Optiray-300, Optiray-320, Optiray-350

Drug Class

Contrast agent

Controlled Substance Classification

Not a controlled medication

Generic Status

No lower-cost generic available

Availability

Prescription only

Common questions about Optiray 300

Optiray 300 is an iodine-containing contrast agent that's used to help providers see parts of the inside of your body, such as your blood vessels and organs. It's not used for the treatment of any medical problem or condition.

Optiray 300 is given as an injection into your arteries or veins, typically near the part of the body your provider wants to see on an X-ray or CT scan.

Contrast agents, like Optiray 300, can cause headache, pain, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. They can also affect certain parts of the body and cause kidney problems and thyroid problems. In fact, there was an FDA warning that called for more thyroid monitoring in babies and young children who receive iodine-contrast agents. Rarely, Optiray 300 can cause serious allergic reactions. Get medical help right away if you experience shortness of breath, hives, or swelling after receiving this medication.

Optiray 300 contains iodine, so if you're allergic to iodine, make sure to tell your provider before you have any imaging done. Depending on how severe your reaction to iodine is, your provider will decide if it's safe for you to receive Optiray 300 or if you should receive contrast that doesn't contain iodine.

There isn't enough information to know if Optiray 300 is safe to use during pregnancy. In animal studies, Optiray 300 didn't cause harm to unborn babies. If you're pregnant, speak to your provider about the risks and benefits of this medication. It isn't known if Optiray 300 can pass into breast milk or cause harm to breastfed babies. To avoid this risk, it's recommended that you stop breastfeeding. Instead, you can pump and throw away any breast milk for up to 8 hours after your dose of Optiray 300.

Optiray 300

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What is Optiray (ioversol) used for?

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Common questions about Optiray 300

Optiray (ioversol) dosage

Typical dosage for Optiray (ioversol)

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Common questions about Optiray 300

What is Optiray (ioversol)?

What is Optiray (ioversol) used for?

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Drug facts

Common questions about Optiray 300

What is Optiray 300 used for?

How is Optiray 300 given?

What are possible side effects of Optiray 300?

Can I receive Optiray 300 if I'm allergic to iodine?

Is Optiray 300 safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Optiray (ioversol) dosage

Typical dosage for Optiray (ioversol)

Common questions about Optiray 300

What is Optiray 300 used for?

How is Optiray 300 given?

What are possible side effects of Optiray 300?

Can I receive Optiray 300 if I'm allergic to iodine?

Is Optiray 300 safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?