Technetium Tc-99M Pertechnetate: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring

Facts extracted from current FDA product labeling for Technetium Tc-99M Pertechnetate. Educational only — not medical advice.

Labeled uses

The Technelite generator is a source of sodium pertechnetate Tc 99m for use in the preparation of FDA-approved diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals, as described in the labeling of these diagnostic radiopharmaceutical kits. Sodium Pertechnetate Tc 99m Injection is used IN ADULTS as an agent for: Thyroid Imaging Salivary Gland Imaging Urinary Bladder Imaging (direct isotopic cystography) for the detection of vesico-ureteral reflux. Nasolacrimal Drainage System Imaging Sodium Pertechnetate Tc 99m Injection is used IN CHILDREN as an agent for: Thyroid Imaging Urinary Bladder Imaging (direct isotopic cystography) for the detection of vesico-ureteral reflux.

Source: FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (set 3ae14c6b…). Not affiliated with FDA or NIH.

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