Contrast agents, also called contrast media, are substances used to enhance the radiodensity of a targeted tissue by altering the way that electromagnetic radiation or ultrasound waves pass through the body. These substances can be administered to the patient orally, rectally, or intravenously. The ...
The contrast medium is administered rectally for examination of the distal small intestine and the colon. The most widely used contrast agent for the visualization of the GI tract is barium sulfate administered as a suspension orally or rectally as an enema. (See, for example, U.S. Pat. ...
So, although Omniscan is generally safe, you should ask your doctor before using Omniscan or any contrast medium or dye. Byzenmaster— On Oct 08, 2010 Besides constipation, what would be some other side effects of contrast dyes? I am scheduled to have a CT scan with Omniscan contrast dy...