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What is Readi-Cat 2
Barium sulfateThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryBarium sulfate is an inorganic compound found naturally in the mineral barite. It is used in manufacturing and as a radiation shield in concrete. It is also used as a contrast agent during x-ray diagnostic procedures. The drug is taken by mouth or rectally, and is combined with effervescent bicarbonate to help visualize the gastrointestinal tract. Barium sulfate is not easily dissolved in water and is cleared from the body quickly.
E-Z-Pasteis the brand name
Readi-Cat 2 Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
E-Z-Paste
Barium sulfate
1974
24
Effectiveness
How Readi-Cat 2 Affects PatientsBarium sulfate makes x-rays more visible in the body. This helps doctors determine the shape and size of organs and any abnormalities within them.
How Readi-Cat 2 works in the bodyBarium sulfate is a special type of metal used in medical imaging. It is not absorbed or metabolized by the body when ingested. When put into the gastrointestinal tract, it coats the surface of the mucosa and helps doctors to examine it more closely. By adding gas or osmotically active agents, doctors can even get a better view of the gastrointestinal tract. This is known as a double-contrast procedure. Doctors use barium sulfate to look for abnormalities such as tumors, ulcers, strictures, diverticula, inflammation or infection, altered motility, displacement and other pathology.
When to interrupt dosage
The endorsed portion of Readi-Cat 2 is contingent upon the diagnosed condition. The dosage varies, contingent upon the method of delivery (e.g. Powder - Oral; Rectal or Suspension - Oral; Rectal) demonstrated in the following table.Condition
Dosage
Administration
computerized tomography
, 2.2 %, 0.96 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 95.0 %, 45.0 %, 600.0 mg/mL, 1.5 %, 51.0 %, 0.81 mg/mg, 98.0 %, 20.0 mg/mL, 13.0 %, 100.0 %, 55.0 %, 0.965 mg/mg, 400.0 mg/mL, 56.0 %, 82.0 %, 0.6 mg/mg, 57.0 %, 240.0 mg/mL, 81.0 %, 210.0 %, 60.0 %, 5.0 %, 0.98 mg/mg, 1050.0 mg/mL, 50.0 %, 21.0 mg/mL, 44.0 %, 700.0 mg, 0.95 mg/mg, 0.4 mg/mg, 22.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 15.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.97 mg/mg, 130.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 850.0 mg/mL, 2100.0 mg/mL, 0.56 mg/mg, 0.44 mg/mg, 13.0 mg/mL
, Oral; Rectal, Suspension, Suspension - Oral; Rectal, Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral; Rectal, Rectal, Paste, Paste - Rectal, Powder, for solution - Rectal, Enema - Rectal, Enema, Powder - Oral; Rectal, Powder, Powder, for suspension - Oral; Rectal, Liquid, Liquid - Oral; Rectal, Suspension - Rectal, Powder, for suspension - Rectal, Cream, Cream - Oral, Powder, for solution - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Powder - Oral, Paste - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, For suspension - Oral; Rectal
Gastrointestinal tract structure
, 2.2 %, 0.96 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 95.0 %, 45.0 %, 600.0 mg/mL, 1.5 %, 51.0 %, 0.81 mg/mg, 98.0 %, 20.0 mg/mL, 13.0 %, 100.0 %, 55.0 %, 0.965 mg/mg, 400.0 mg/mL, 56.0 %, 82.0 %, 0.6 mg/mg, 57.0 %, 240.0 mg/mL, 81.0 %, 210.0 %, 60.0 %, 5.0 %, 0.98 mg/mg, 1050.0 mg/mL, 50.0 %, 21.0 mg/mL, 44.0 %, 700.0 mg, 0.95 mg/mg, 0.4 mg/mg, 22.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL, 15.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.97 mg/mg, 130.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 850.0 mg/mL, 2100.0 mg/mL, 0.56 mg/mg, 0.44 mg/mg, 13.0 mg/mL
, Oral; Rectal, Suspension, Suspension - Oral; Rectal, Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral; Rectal, Rectal, Paste, Paste - Rectal, Powder, for solution - Rectal, Enema - Rectal, Enema, Powder - Oral; Rectal, Powder, Powder, for suspension - Oral; Rectal, Liquid, Liquid - Oral; Rectal, Suspension - Rectal, Powder, for suspension - Rectal, Cream, Cream - Oral, Powder, for solution - Oral, Liquid - Oral, Powder - Oral, Paste - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, For suspension - Oral; Rectal
Warnings
Readi-Cat 2 has four contraindications, and should not be administered if there is a presence of any of the conditions listed in the table below.Readi-Cat 2 ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
known or suspected gastrointestinal obstruction
Do Not Combine
Pneumonia, Aspiration
Do Not Combine
Gastrointestinal Perforation
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Barium Sulfate may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Readi-Cat 2 Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Readi-Cat 2 Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much barium sulfate can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, eye and respiratory irritation, and a decrease in potassium levels (which can affect the heart's rhythm). Severe reactions such as an allergic reaction, difficulty passing gas or food through the digestive tract, breathing problems, or intestinal perforation (which can lead to infection) have occurred. Repeated exposure to barium sulfate dust may lead to a lung condition called baritosis. Intra-abdominal leakage may also occur during or after taking barium sulfate. It is important to stay hydrated afterwards to prevent
Readi-Cat 2 Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Readi-Cat 2?
A single active trial is underway to assess the potential of Readi-Cat 2 to alleviate Gastrointestinal tract structure issues.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Gastrointestinal tract structure
0 Actively Recruiting
computerized tomography
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Readi-Cat 2 Reviews: What are patients saying about Readi-Cat 2?
5Patient Review
1/30/2019 I was expecting the taste to be worse based on other reviews, but it wasn't bad. It tasted like a really watered down Otter pop. The consistence was that of melted ice cream. I would not hesitate to drink this again if I had to have a CT scan in the future
5Patient Review
10/27/2022 No issues drinking this, and it actually tasted pretty good (I got the berry flavor). I didn't experience any pain or diarrhea, though my stomach did feel full.
4Patient Review
1/4/2022 The berry flavor was manageable, and I appreciated that it was refrigerated. It had the consistency of a yogurt drink. However, I found myself needing to use the restroom quite urgently after consuming this! I'm glad I didn't drink it before leaving the house for errands. All in all, it wasn't pleasant but it got the job done.
4Patient Review
5/18/2020 The contrast provides clear imaging. The taste is not bad if refrigerated and a straw is used. Two bottles seems excessive given that not all people have the same kidney function. This stuff gives me terrible gastrointestinal issues for the rest of the day. Anything I eat or drink continues right on through.
3.7Patient Review
8/24/2016 The banana smoothie flavor wasn't too bad. It tasted like a watery banana smoothie.
2.3Patient Review
4/8/2016 I had to drink 900 ml of this stuff, and it was terrible. The texture was slimy and chalky, and the taste was fake vanilla mixed with metal. It made me so nauseous that I threw up, which was actually worse than the stomach pain I was there to diagnose.
2.3Patient Review
3/30/2017 The drink seemed to work as intended, however I felt nauseous the entire time. I also had terrible diarrhea and constant nausea for two days afterwards.
1Patient Review
11/4/2022 Unfortunately, this medication gave me really bad diarrhea and I couldn't even make it to my CAT scan appointment.
1Patient Review
1/16/2019 I was instructed to drink two bottles of the Readi Cat 2 smoothie in berry flavor. I managed to choke down about half of one before having to call the hospital and ask for an alternative. Thankfully, they were understanding and had something else available that wasn't as disgustingly thick and slime-like.
1Patient Review
8/6/2018 I couldn't even finish a quarter of the first bottle before I started vomiting. The taste and consistency were both really unpleasant.
Patient Q&A Section about readi-cat 2
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What are the side effects of Readi-Cat 2?
"Stomach cramps that are mild, nausea, vomiting, loose stools, or mild constipation."
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Can I drink water after Readi-Cat 2?
"You should not eat or drink for six hours before your scan, including candy, gum, mints, cough drops, and tobacco products. Readi-Cat: You should drink one full bottle of Readi-Cat (Barium Sulfate) two hours before your arrival time. You should not eat or drink anything after drinking the Readi-Cat."
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When do you drink a Readi-cat?
"1. The night before your CT scan, drink one bottle of Readi-Cat. 2. Do not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum from midnight until after your CT scan is complete."
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What is Readi-Cat 2 used for?
"This product is indicated for use in computed tomography (CT) of the abdomen to delineate the gastrointestinal (GI) tract in adult and pediatric patients. It is easy for patients to tolerate because of its pleasant orange flavor."
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