Strontium Chloride Sr 89 : How to Use

Strontium Chloride Sr 89 - Therapeutic

Brand Names

Metastron Strontium Chloride Sr 89 *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Your family doctor may have special instructions for you to follow to get ready for your treat. If you do not understand them or if you have not received such instructions, check with your family doctor in advance.

If you have a problem controlling your bladder, tell your family doctor before receiving strontium chloride Sr 89. Special precautions will need to be taken to prevent contamination of clothing, bed linen and the environment.

Dosage

The doses of radiopharmaceuticals will be various for various diseaseds and for the various types of treats. The amount of radioactivity of a radiopharmaceutical is expressed in units called becquerels or curies. The usual adult dose of strontium chloride Sr 89 is 148 megabecquerels - 4 millicuries. The dose you receive depends on your size, age and blood test measurements - blood counts. The amount of radiation received by specific areas of the body to treat a disease is many times higher than from any diagnostic test, such as x-rays and nuclear drug scans. Repeated doses may be necessary, depending on the kind of disease you have and how your body is responding to treat.