| Description | Metrizamide is a nonionic radiopaque contrast agent. |
| Synonyms | Amipak, Amipaque |
| molecular weight | 789.1 |
| Molecular formula | C18H22I3N3O8 |
| CAS | 31112-62-6 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice. |
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