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Kinevac (sincalide) is a synthetic version of cholecystokinin used primarily as a diagnostic agent. It stimulates gallbladder contraction and pancreatic secretion, helping healthcare providers evaluate biliary and pancreatic function through imaging studies.
Kinevac is a diagnostic medication that stimulates gallbladder and pancreatic secretions for imaging studies.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 227295
- Generic
- Kinevac
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Used for diagnostic imaging of the gallbladder and biliary tract, to stimulate pancreatic secretion, and to accelerate intestinal transit during barium studies of the small bowel.
Kinevac is a synthetic peptide that mimics cholecystokinin (CCK), a hormone that naturally stimulates contraction of the gallbladder and secretion of digestive fluids from the pancreas.
Administered intravenously by healthcare professionals. May cause abdominal discomfort, nausea, or flushing. Contraindicated in patients with bowel obstruction or known hypersensitivity. Used under medical supervision for diagnostic procedures only.
Official drug label
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