Pentetic Acid (RADPHARM DTPA kit for production of Technetium (99mTc) pentetate powder for injection multidose vial)
What to know about Pentetic Acid — also sold as RADPHARM DTPA kit for production of Technetium (99mTc) pentetate powder for injection multidose vial, PENTASTAN Kit for preparation of Technetium(99mTc) pentetate powder for injection: uses, side effects, interactions, and safety considerations for people taking it or caring for someone who is.
Pentetic Acid (brand names: RADPHARM DTPA kit for production of Technetium (99mTc) pentetate powder for injection multidose vial, PENTASTAN Kit for preparation of Technetium(99mTc) pentetate powder for injection) is classified as Low risk (1 risk points) by AllMeds. It is a S4 medication under the TGA in Australia. Chelating agent for heavy metal poisoning with minimal workplace impairment risk.
Key Takeaways
- TGA Schedule: S4 in Australia
- Risk level: Low (1 points)
Scheduling and Classification
| Jurisdiction | Classification | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (TGA) | S4 | Not PBS listed |
Risk Profile
Chelating agent for heavy metal poisoning with minimal workplace impairment risk.
How Pentetic Acid is regulated
Pentetic Acid is overseen by medicines regulators in each country. The rules below explain how it's scheduled, what oversight applies, and what to discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing, or stopping this medication.
Australia TGA / PBS / State Schemes
Classified as S4 under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
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Important: This page is general health information, not personal medical advice. If you have questions about your medication — including starting it, stopping it, changing the dose, or combining it with something else — speak with your doctor or pharmacist. For an emergency or suspected overdose, call your local emergency number or poison information service immediately. Information is drawn from regulator and clinical guideline sources (TGA, FDA, MHRA, NICE, PBS, CDC); see our methodology for details.