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Varibar Nectar
Overview
What is Varibar Nectar?
VARIBAR NECTAR (barium sulfate) is a radiographic contrast agent
for oral administration that is supplied as a 40% w/v, smooth, off-
white to lightly colored free-flowing suspension with an apple aroma.
The active ingredient is designated chemically as BaSOwhich has a density of 4.5 g/cm, a molecular weight of 233.4 g/mol, and the following chemical structure:
VARIBAR NECTAR has a viscosity
of 300 cPs and contains the following excipients: carboxymethylcellulose
sodium, citric acid, glycerin, maltodextrin, natural and artificial
apple flavor, polysorbate 80, potassium sorbate, purified water, saccharin
sodium, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, xanthan
gum, and xylitol.
What does Varibar Nectar look like?
What are the available doses of Varibar Nectar?
Oral suspension: barium sulfate
(40% w/v) supplied in a multiple dose HDPE plastic bottle as a suspension
for oral administration. Each bottle contains 240 mL of suspension.
What should I talk to my health care provider before I take Varibar Nectar?
How should I use Varibar Nectar?
VARIBAR NECTAR is indicated for use in modified barium swallow examinations
to evaluate the oral and pharyngeal function and morphology in adult
and pediatric patients.
For oral use only – administered by syringe, spoon, or cup.
The recommended dose is:
Adults: 5 mL
Pediatric patients 6 months and older: 1-3 mL
Pediatric patients younger than 6 months of age: 0.5-1
mL
Maximum cumulative dose: 30 mL
During a single modified barium swallow examination, multiple
doses of VARIBAR NECTAR may be administered. ()
What interacts with Varibar Nectar?
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What are the warnings of Varibar Nectar?
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What are the precautions of Varibar Nectar?
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What are the side effects of Varibar Nectar?
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What should I look out for while using Varibar Nectar?
VARIBAR NECTAR is contraindicated in patients
with:
What might happen if I take too much Varibar Nectar?
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How should I store and handle Varibar Nectar?
How SuppliedVARIBAR NECTAR is supplied in a multiple-dose HDPE bottle containing 240 mL of barium sulfate (40% w/v).Provided as: 12 x 240 mL bottles (NDC 32909-115-00)Storage and HandlingStore at USP controlled room temperature 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F). Protect from freezing.Once opened, VARIBAR NECTAR may be used for up to 21 days when stored at USP controlled room temperature, 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F).How SuppliedVARIBAR NECTAR is supplied in a multiple-dose HDPE bottle containing 240 mL of barium sulfate (40% w/v).Provided as: 12 x 240 mL bottles (NDC 32909-115-00)Storage and HandlingStore at USP controlled room temperature 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F). Protect from freezing.Once opened, VARIBAR NECTAR may be used for up to 21 days when stored at USP controlled room temperature, 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F).How SuppliedVARIBAR NECTAR is supplied in a multiple-dose HDPE bottle containing 240 mL of barium sulfate (40% w/v).Provided as: 12 x 240 mL bottles (NDC 32909-115-00)Storage and HandlingStore at USP controlled room temperature 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F). Protect from freezing.Once opened, VARIBAR NECTAR may be used for up to 21 days when stored at USP controlled room temperature, 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F).How SuppliedVARIBAR NECTAR is supplied in a multiple-dose HDPE bottle containing 240 mL of barium sulfate (40% w/v).Provided as: 12 x 240 mL bottles (NDC 32909-115-00)Storage and HandlingStore at USP controlled room temperature 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F). Protect from freezing.Once opened, VARIBAR NECTAR may be used for up to 21 days when stored at USP controlled room temperature, 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F).How SuppliedVARIBAR NECTAR is supplied in a multiple-dose HDPE bottle containing 240 mL of barium sulfate (40% w/v).Provided as: 12 x 240 mL bottles (NDC 32909-115-00)Storage and HandlingStore at USP controlled room temperature 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F). Protect from freezing.Once opened, VARIBAR NECTAR may be used for up to 21 days when stored at USP controlled room temperature, 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F).How SuppliedVARIBAR NECTAR is supplied in a multiple-dose HDPE bottle containing 240 mL of barium sulfate (40% w/v).Provided as: 12 x 240 mL bottles (NDC 32909-115-00)Storage and HandlingStore at USP controlled room temperature 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F). Protect from freezing.Once opened, VARIBAR NECTAR may be used for up to 21 days when stored at USP controlled room temperature, 20 to 25°C (68 to 77° F).
