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Data updated: Mar 10, 2026

GASTROGRAFIN

DIATRIZOATE MEGLUMINE
Gastroenterology Approved 1958-01-17
2
Indications
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Phase 3 Trials
68
Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
1958-01-17
Routes
ORAL, RECTAL
Dosage Forms
SOLUTION

Companies

GASTROGRAFIN Approval History

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What GASTROGRAFIN Treats

2 FDA approvals

Originally approved for its first indication in 1958 . Covers 2 distinct patient populations.

  • Other (2)
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Trial Timeline

Full development history with FDA approval milestones

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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.

GASTROGRAFIN FDA Label Details

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Indications & Usage

Gastrografin (Diatrizoate Meglumine and Diatrizoate Sodium Solution) is indicated for radiographic examination of segments of the gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, proximal small intestine, and colon). The preparation is particularly indicated when a more viscous agent such as barium sulfate, which is not water-soluble, is not feasible or is potentially dangerous. Gastrografin may also be used as an adjunct to contrast enhancement in computed tomography of the torso (body imaging); the preparation is indicated, in conjunction with intravenous administration of a radiopaque contrast a...

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