Fluorescein Sodium
About Fluorescein Sodium
Fluorescein Sodium belongs to a class of medications known as diagnostic tools for particular eye tests such as Fluorescein angiography. Fluorescein angiography is a test that allows the blood vessels in the back of the eye to be photographed as a fluorescent dye is injected into the bloodstream.
Fluorescein Sodium contains the active ingredient fluorescein sodium, which works as a diagnostic stain. This will assist your doctor in the diagnosis of diseases that affect these blood vessels, especially in older people and diabetics.
It should be given by an experienced ophthalmologist in a clinic setup. In some cases, it may cause side effects like pain at the injection site, nausea, vomiting, redness and itching of the skin, discolouration (yellowing) of the skin and eyes, discolouration (yellowing) of the urine and abdominal discomfort. However, if these side effects persist or worsen your child's condition, inform your doctor immediately.
Before using the Fluorescein Sodium, please inform your doctor of your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all drugs you take. Other medications or supplements should not be combined with Fluorescein Sodium unless prescribed by a doctor. Before using Fluorescein Sodium, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant. Your doctor will determine whether or not to give you this medicine. Avoid breastfeeding for two days after receiving fluorescein sodium since it is excreted in breast milk. The angiography technique dilates the pupil. Patients must refrain from driving or using machinery until their eyesight is normal. Fluorescein Sodium should not be used in people under the age of 18.
Uses of Fluorescein Sodium
Medicinal Benefits
Fluorescein Sodium contains the active ingredient fluorescein sodium, which works as a diagnostic stain. This will assist your doctor in the diagnosis of diseases that affect these blood vessels, especially in elderly people and diabetics.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Fluorescein Sodium
- Pain at the injection site
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Redness and itching of the skin
- Discolouration (yellowing) of the skin and eyes
- Discolouration (yellowing) of the urine
- Abdominal discomfort
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Diagnostic agents are the substances used to examine the eye to detect impairment of its normal functions.
FAQs
Fluorescein Sodium contains the active ingredient fluorescein sodium, which belongs to a class of medications known as diagnostic tools for particular eye tests such as Fluorescein angiography. Fluorescein angiography is a test that allows the blood vessels in the back of the eye to be photographed as a fluorescent dye is injected into the bloodstream. This will assist your doctor in the diagnosis of diseases that affect these blood vessels, especially in elderly people and diabetics.
If an X-ray procedure is performed within 36 hours of injection, the great visibility of particular organs, such as the kidneys, may cause misinterpretation of the results.
Fluorescein Sodium might cause blurred vision, which might last for several hours.
