Biaxin XL and Iopamidol

• Generic Name: clarithromycin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Biaxin XL, Biaxin

Biaxin XL (clarithromycin) is a macrolide antibiotic that fights bacteria in your body.

Biaxin XL is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections affecting the skin and respiratory system.

Biaxin XL is also used together with other medicines to treat stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori.

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

Iopamidol is a radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agent. Iopamidol 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.

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

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