Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Aditya Singh, MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Reg No: MCI-654321 • Verified Medical Reviewer
Celsunax
(ioflupane (123I))
Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range
About this medicine
This medicinal product is for diagnostic use only. Celsunax is indicated for detecting loss of functional dopaminergic neuron terminals in the striatum: In adult patients with clinically uncertain parkinsonian syndromes, for example those with early symptoms, in order to help differentiate essential tremor from parkinsonian syndromes related to idiopathic Parkinsons disease, multiple system atrophy and progressive supranuclear palsy. Celsunax is unable to discriminate between Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy and progressive supranuclear palsy. In adult patients, to help differentiate probable dementia with Lewy bodies from Alzheimers disease. Celsunax is unable to discriminate between dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinsons disease dementia.
Common Substitutes & Alternatives
These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.
Key Information
Salt / Composition
ioflupane (123I)
Category
Diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals
Manufacturer
Pinax Pharma GmbH
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