, Betadine) allergies are at no greater risk from
iodinated contrast medium than are patients with other allergies (i.e., neither is a significant risk factor).
Routine premedication or avoidance of contrast medium for other indications, such as allergic reactions to other substances (including shellfish or contrast media from another class [e.g., gadolinium-based – iodinated]), asthma, seasonal allergies, or multiple drug and food allergies is not recommended.