Radium Bromide
Radium Bromide is a radioactive compound historically used in limited medical applications. Due to its radioactivity, this medication has been largely replaced by safer, more targeted treatments. Medical use of radium compounds requires specialized oversight and strict safety protocols.
A historical radioactive medication with limited modern applications due to safety concerns.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1311076
- Generic
- Radium Bromide
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Radium Bromide has been used historically in certain cancer treatments and bone pain palliation. Its use has significantly declined due to the availability of safer alternatives with better safety profiles.
As a radioactive element compound, Radium Bromide emits alpha radiation that can target and damage cancer cells. It historically accumulated in bone tissue, making it particularly relevant for bone-related malignancies.
This medication carries significant radiation safety concerns and requires specialized handling, administration, and monitoring. Patient isolation and radiation safety protocols are essential. Use should only occur under strict medical supervision in appropriate healthcare settings with nuclear medicine capabilities.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 27, 2026. · Read our editorial policy