What is Technetium Tc 99m Medronate? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Technetium Tc 99m Medronate

• A doctor or other health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins before you have a bone scan.

• You will need to urinate right away and as often as possible for 4 to 6 hours after you get this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids before and after you get this medicine so you will urinate more.

What to do if you miss a dose of Technetium Tc 99m Medronate

Technetium Tc 99m Medronate contraindications - Who shouldn't take Technetium Tc 99m Medronate?

• You should not get this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to technetium Tc 99m medronate or if you are breastfeeding.

Technetium Tc 99m Medronate warnings

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you have kidney disease, low calcium in the blood, or other medical problems.

• You may be exposed to radiation when you get this medicine. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about this.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

Technetium Tc 99m Medronate interactions & what to avoid when taking Technetium Tc 99m Medronate

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you have kidney disease, low calcium in the blood, or other medical problems.

• You may be exposed to radiation when you get this medicine. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about this.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.