Iohexol

CAS: 66108-95-0

Ref. 3D-FI24632

Product Information

• Name: Iohexol
• Synonyms: 5-[Acetyl(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)amino]-N,N'-bis(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-2,4,6-triiodo-1,3-benzenedicarboxamideAccudenzExypaque, 1,3-Benzenedicarboxamide, 5-[acetyl(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)amino]-N1,N3-bis(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-2,4,6-triiodo-, 1,3-Benzenedicarboxamide, 5-[acetyl(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)amino]-N¹,N³-bis(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-2,4,6-triiodo-, 5-(N-2,3-Dihydroxypropylacetamido)-2,4,6-triiodo-N,N'-bis(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)isophthalamide., 5-[Acetyl(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)amino]-N¹,N³-bis(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-2,4,6-triiodo-1,3-benzenedicarboxamide, Accudenz, Accupaque 300, Exypaque, Histodenz, Iopaque 240, Iopaque 300, Ioverin 350, Nycodenz, Omnipaque, Omnipaque 140, Omnipaque 240, Omnipaque 300, Omnipaque 350, Omnipaque R

Description

Iohexol is a contrast agent used in medical imaging such as angiography, CT scans, and MRI. It has been shown to have the potential to damage the heart, liver, and kidneys. It is also mutagenic and carcinogenic in animals. Iohexol is not approved for use in pregnant women or children under the age of 18 due to its toxicity. This drug should be avoided by patients with pre-existing kidney or heart problems because it can cause serious adverse effects.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 821.14 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₉H₂₆I₃N₃O₉
• Purity: Min. 98 Area-%
• Color/Form: White Powder