Abiraterone and Isovue-200

• Generic Name: abiraterone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Yonsa, Zytiga

Abiraterone works by reducing androgen production in the body. Androgens are male hormones that can promote tumor growth in the prostate gland.

Abiraterone is used together with steroid medication (prednisone or methylprednisolone) to treat prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. abiraterone is used in men whose prostate cancer cannot be treated with surgery or other medicines.

Abiraterone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: iopamidol
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Isovue-200, Isovue-250, Isovue-300, Isovue-370, Isovue-M-200, Isovue-M-300, Isovue-128, Iopamidol-370

Isovue-200 is a radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agent. This medicine contains iodine, a substance that absorbs x-rays. Radiopaque contrast agents are used to allow blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or other radiologic (x-ray) examination.

Isovue-200 is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the heart, brain, blood vessels, and nervous system.

Isovue-200 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.