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Indigotindisulfonate

Also known as indigotindisulfonate sodium
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Indigotindisulfonate is a diagnostic dye indicated 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. MedsAcross supplies Indigotindisulfonate for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Diagnostic Dye, Dyes
US FDA first approval
8 July 2022
EU status
Not recorded
Orphan designation
Not recorded
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Intravenous
Dosage forms
Injection
Identifiers
UNII X7OI7JF73PRxCUI 1546441CAS 483-20-5DrugBank DB11577Q27162327

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

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.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

How it works

Indigotindisulfonate is a dye excreted by the kidney through tubular secretion and enhances visualization of the ureteral orifices by its deep blue color.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

Recommended dose is 5 mL given intravenously over 1 minute. Monitor blood pressure and heart rhythm during and after injection. 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. Important Administration Instructions Monitor blood pressure and cardiac rhythm during and following the injection. 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.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Contraindications

BLUDIGO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to indigotindisulfonate or any of its components. Known hypersensitivity to indigotindisulfonate or any of its components.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

Cardiovascular Reactions: Severe or life-threatening cardiovascular reactions including cardiac arrest, arrhythmia, asystole, atrioventricular block second degree, hypotension, elevation in blood pressure, bradycardia, and tachycardia have been reported. Closely monitor blood pressure and cardiac rhythm during and following the BLUDIGO injection. Interrupt administration if reactions are observed. Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious anaphylactic reactions with hypotension, dyspnea, bronchospasm, urticaria, or erythema have been reported. Monitor patients for anaphylactic reactions and have emergency equipment and trained personnel readily available. Interference with Oximetry Measurements: Anesthesiologists should be aware of the potential for artifactual reduction in SpO 2 when anesthetized patients are administered BLUDIGO.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

Clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Cardiovascular Reactions Hypersensitivity Reactions Adverse reactions (≥ 1%) are constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, pyrexia, ALT increase, and dysuria.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Storage

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Do not refrigerate or freeze. Store in original carton to protect from light.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

1 presentations of Indigotindisulfonate, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Bludigo 40 mg/5 mL injectionIntravenousProvepharmUS FDAAvailable on request

Brands by market

1 brand names across 1 markets.

Brand names by country

United States

Manufacturers

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 8 July 2022Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)Not recorded—
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Questions and answers

Is Indigotindisulfonate available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 1 presentations of Indigotindisulfonate and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.

What brand names does Indigotindisulfonate have?

The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Indigotindisulfonate, including Bludigo.

Is Indigotindisulfonate approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Indigotindisulfonate on 8 July 2022, according to Drugs@FDA.

Does Indigotindisulfonate need cold chain shipping?

No listed presentation of Indigotindisulfonate is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.

References

  1. Bludigo prescribing information (Sagent Pharmaceuticals). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 20 July 2026

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