Varibar Nectar Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Barium sulfate 40% w/v; oral susp; apple flavor; contains polysorbate 80.
Pharmacological Class
Radiographic contrast medium.
How Supplied
Oral susp—240mL
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Varibar Nectar Indications
Indications
For use in modified barium swallow exams to evaluate the oral and pharyngeal function and morphology.
Varibar Nectar Dosage and Administration
Adult
For oral use only. 5mL. May give multiple doses as needed during exam; max total dose: 30mL.
Children
For oral use only. <6mos: 0.5–1mL; ≥6mos: 1–3mL. May give multiple doses as needed during exam; max total dose: 30mL.
Varibar Nectar Contraindications
Contraindications
Known or suspected GI tract perforation. Known GI obstruction. High risk of GI perforation (eg, recent prior perforation, acute GI hemorrhage or ischemia, toxic megacolon, severe ileus, post GI surgery or biopsy, acute GI injury/burn, recent pelvic radiotherapy). High risk of aspiration (eg, tracheoesophageal fistula or obtundation).
Varibar Nectar Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Varibar Nectar Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
History of bronchial asthma, atopy, or food allergies. Hypersensitivity reactions: have emergency equipment readily available. Increased risk of intra-abdominal barium leakage with carcinomas, GI fistula, inflammatory bowel disease, gastric or duodenal ulcer, appendicitis, diverticulitis, severe GI stenosis. Increased risk of GI obstruction or baroliths with severe GI stenosis, impaired GI motility, electrolyte imbalance, dehydration, low residue diet, concomitant drugs that delay GI motility, constipation, pediatric cystic fibrosis or Hirschsprung disease, elderly. Maintain adequate hydration. Monitor for aspiration; discontinue if suspected. Monitor for potential intravasation.
Varibar Nectar Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Varibar Nectar Interactions
Not Applicable
Varibar Nectar Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping; aspiration pneumonitis, barium sulfate impaction, GI perforation, vasovagal and syncopal episodes, hypersensitivity reactions.
Varibar Nectar Clinical Trials
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Varibar Nectar Note
Not Applicable
Varibar Nectar Patient Counseling
See Literature