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Bludigo 8 mg/mL

Indigotindisulfonate Sodium · INJECTION · Sagent Pharmaceuticals

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Bludigo is a injection containing indigotindisulfonate sodium at 8 mg/mL, taken intravenous. Manufactured by Sagent Pharmaceuticals.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Bludigo
Generic Name
Indigotindisulfonate Sodium
NDC Code (Product)
25021-840
Manufacturer
Sagent Pharmaceuticals
Strength
8 mg/mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA216264
Marketing Start
04/15/2026

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

anaphylactic reaction1 reports
cheilitis1 reports
dermatitis1 reports
drug ineffective1 reports
extravasation1 reports
radiation skin injury1 reports
reaction to excipient1 reports
stomatitis1 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE BLUDIGO is indicated for use as a visualization aid in the cystoscopic assessment of the integrity of the ureters in adults following urological and gynecological open, robotic, or endoscopic surgical procedures. BLUDIGO is a diagnostic dye indicated for use as a visualization aid in the cystoscopic assessment of the integrity of the ureters in adults following urological and gynecological open, robotic, or endoscopic surgical procedures. ( 1 )

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended dose is 5 mL given intravenously over 1 minute. ( 2.1 ) Monitor blood pressure and heart rhythm during and after injection. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage The recommended dose of BLUDIGO is 5 mL given as an intravenous injection over 1 minute. The blue color is detectable at the ureteral orifices within 4 minutes to 9 minutes after the intravenous injection. 2.2 Important Administration Instructions Monitor blood pressure and cardiac rhythm during and following the injection [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Use immediately after opening ampule. Withdraw the contents of the ampule through a 5 micron or smaller filter straw/filter needle to ensure that the withdrawn solution contains no particulates. The withdrawn solution should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not administer with infusion assemblies used with other diluents or drugs. Discard any unused portion.

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS BLUDIGO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to indigotindisulfonate or any of its components [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Known hypersensitivity to indigotindisulfonate or any of its components. ( 4 )

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Cardiovascular Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Adverse reactions (≥ 1%) are constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, pyrexia, ALT increase, and dysuria. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sagent Pharmaceuticals at 1–800-625-1618 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety of BLUDIGO was evaluated in a randomized, intra-patient controlled, blind to dose of BLUDIGO, clinical trial. A total of 118 adult patients undergoing endoscopic urological or gynecological procedures were treated intravenously; 58 (49%) of these patients received one dose of BLUDIGO 2.5 mL and 60 (51%) of patients received one dose of BLUDIGO 5 mL. The 2.5 mL dose is not approved [see Dosage and Adm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bludigo used for?

Bludigo contains Indigotindisulfonate Sodium. It is a injection taken intravenous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Bludigo a controlled substance?

Bludigo is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Bludigo?

The generic name for Bludigo is Indigotindisulfonate Sodium. There are 1 other brand versions of Indigotindisulfonate Sodium.

What is the NDC code for Bludigo 8 mg/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Bludigo 8 mg/mL is 25021-840, listed by Sagent Pharmaceuticals.

Product NDC

25021-840

Package NDC

25021-840-05

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