Air Polymer-Type A (1 brand name, 1 dosage form, 1 route)
Available dosage forms: FOAM.
Routes of administration: INTRAUTERINE.
Brand Names
- EXEM FOAM KIT
Indications and Usage
ExEm ® Foam is indicated for sonohysterosalpingography to assess fallopian tube patency in women with known or suspected infertility.
Contraindications
ExEm Foam is contraindicated for use in: Pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . Patients with known or suspected lower genital tract inflammation or infection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Patients who have had a gynecologic procedure within the last 30 days [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Patients with vaginal bleeding Due to the risk of intravasation of ExEm Foam as a result of exposure of the endometrial vessels during bleeding, and Due to the potential risk of endometriosis as a result of seeding the peritoneum with endometrial tissue. Patients with known or suspected reproductive tract neoplasia due to the risk of peritoneal spread of neoplasm .
Mechanism of Action
ExEm Foam (air polymer-type A) intrauterine foam is formed by mixing the clear Gel [polymer-type A (hydroxyethyl cellulose), glycerin, and purified water] with air and Sterile Purified Water, creating an echogenic contrast agent. When visualized with ultrasound, the foam appears echogenic or bright within the fallopian tubes and peritoneal cavity.