I-123 MIBG and Pin-X (Pyrantel Pamoate Suspension)

• Generic Name: iobenguane I 123
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: AdreView

Iobenguane I-123 is in a group of drugs called diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals (RAY dee oh far ma SOO tik als). Iobenguane I-123 is a radioactive agent that allows images of specific organs in the body to be detected by a gamma camera.

Iobenguane I-123 is used to detect certain kinds of tumors.

Iobenguane I-123 is also used in people with congestive heart failure to assess the function of nerves that control the heart muscle. Iobenguane I-123 can detect nerve damage to help identify a patient's risk of death from heart failure.

Iobenguane I-123 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: pyrantel
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Antiminth, Ascarel, Pin-X, Pinworm Caplets, Pinworm Medicine, Pin-Away

• It is used to treat infections caused by worms.