Ingredient

Monobasic Sodium Phosphate Monohydrate

Disodium hydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate is an ingredient that assists in X-ray imaging of the gastrointestinal tract.

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MFDS ingredient code M083252

What does it do?

Disodium hydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate is an inorganic salt of the phosphate group, used to enhance the contrast effect during X-ray examinations of the gastrointestinal tract. This ingredient is primarily utilized as a contrast agent in procedures such as colon imaging.

This ingredient combines with water in the gastrointestinal tract to form a contrast agent, helping to clearly visualize the gastrointestinal tract when X-rays pass through. This allows doctors to better observe the internal structures of the intestines.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Disodium hydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate has a higher solubility compared to other phosphate contrast agents and acts effectively in the gastrointestinal tract, providing clear images during imaging. It is also widely used due to its high safety profile.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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