Ethiodized oil
Back to search| Scientific Name: | Ethiodized oil |
| Brand Name: | Lipiodol, Lipiodol Ultra Fluide |
| Company Owner: | Guerbet llc |
| Mechanism Of Action | Ethiodized oil is selectively retained in tumor vessels for long periods, and is used for imaging organs such as liver, lung, stomach, and thyroid. Labeled with I-131 or other beta emitters (Y-90 or P-32) , ethiodized oil can deliver a high internal radiation dose to certain tumors with minimal effect on healthy tissues. |
| Description of the Drug: | Ethiodized oil is a contrast agent used in imaging procedures. |
| Protein Data Bank: | Not Available |
Source: DrugBank Online – DrugBank.com. Retrieved 2023-01-23 from https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00965
