Axim Polibar Acb 100 g Powder for rectal suspension
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 02 February 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Diagnostic product for X-ray visualisation of the gastrointestinal tract.
Dosage (summary)
Adults and elderly: 397 g in suspension; varies by examination technique.
Special Populations
- Elderly patients
- Debilitated patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not contraindicated in pregnancy; negligible systemic absorption during lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- May alter absorption of concomitant therapeutic medicines
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to barium sulphate
- Colon obstruction
- Gastrointestinal perforation
- Gastrointestinal haemorrhage
- Severe constipation
- Recent rectal or colonic biopsy
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
Counselling Points
- Ensure adequate hydration post-procedure
- Administer with care in patients with constipation history
- Monitor for allergic reactions during administration
Serious warnings
- Serious allergic reactions possible
- Risk of perforation
- Intravasation may lead to embolism
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