Adsobar

Adsobar: use, side effects and special instructions

Adsobar (international name - barium sulfate) is a radiopaque agent used for radiography of the upper parts of the small intestine. The drug is produced in Russia by the companies Moskhimfarmpreparaty named after. ON THE. Semashko and Farmzaschita.

Adsobar is presented in the form of a powder, which is dissolved in water before use. The active substance is barium sulfate.

One of the main advantages of Adsobar is its high contrast ability. This allows you to obtain the most accurate images of the gastrointestinal tract, which makes the diagnosis of gastrointestinal diseases more effective.

However, like any medical drug, Adsobar has its contraindications and side effects. Contraindications to the use of Adsobar include hypersensitivity, colonic obstruction, gastrointestinal perforation, dehydration, allergic reactions or a history of bronchial asthma, cystic fibrosis, acute diverticulitis, acute ulcerative colitis.

Side effects of Adsobar may include severe and long-lasting constipation, intestinal cramps, and diarrhea. Anaphylactoid reactions are also possible, including wheezing and/or difficulty breathing, chest tightness, pain in the stomach and lower abdomen, and bloating.

To obtain the most accurate gastrointestinal x-ray results, you must follow certain instructions before using Adsobar. For example, after 20 hours the day before the procedure, it is not recommended to eat solid food. Before rectal administration, soft food is allowed, and a bisacodyl suppository is administered in the morning before the examination. After the study, it is necessary to consume more fluid to speed up the evacuation of barium sulfate. When making a suspension, powder is always added to