Gadodiamide

Gadodiamide is a contrast agent that has magnetic properties. It is used in combination with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to allow blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on the MRI. Gadodiamide is used in adults and children at least 2 years old to help diagnose certain disorders of the brain and spine (central nervous system), or the stomach, chest, and pelvic areas. Gadodiamide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Gadodiamide is a contrast agent that has magnetic properties. It is used in combination with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to allow blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on the MRI. Gadodiamide is used in adults and children at least 2 years old to help diagnose certain disorders of the brain and spine (central nervous system), or the stomach, chest, and pelvic areas. Gadodiamide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Gadodiamide can cause a life-threatening condition in people with advanced kidney disease. Ask your doctor about your individual risk. Gadodiamide can stay in your body for months or years after you receive gadodiamide. It is not known whether this could cause any health problems in people whose kidneys work properly. Tell your doctor if you have had repeated scans with a contrast agent, and provide the date of your last scan. You should not receive gadodiamide if you are allergic to it. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: any type of reaction to a contrast agent; asthma , hay fever , food or drug allergies; diabetes ; high blood pressure ; or liver or kidney disease. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Some side effects of gadodiamide may occur up to several days after injection. Gadodiamide can cause a life-threatening condition in people with advanced kidney disease. Call your doctor right away if you have any symptoms of this condition , such as: burning, itching , swelling, scaling, and tightening or hardening of your skin; skin redness or dark patches; tiredness, muscle weakness; joint stiffness in your arms, hands, legs, or feet; pain; or trouble moving. Also call your doctor at once if you have: kidney problems --little or no urination, swelling in your feet or ankles, feeling tired or short of breath; a seizure (convulsions); or chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder. Common side effects of gadodiamide may include: headache ; dizziness; or nausea . This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Gadodiamide can cause a life-threatening condition in people with advanced kidney disease. Before receiving gadodiamide, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. You may not be able to receive gadodiamide. Also tell your doctor if you have recently received any contrast agents similar to gadodiamide.

Gadodiamide can cause a life-threatening condition in people with advanced kidney disease. Before receiving gadodiamide, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. You may not be able to receive gadodiamide. Also tell your doctor if you have recently received any contrast agents similar to gadodiamide.

0.2 ml/kg body weight (0.2 (0.2)) As recommended. IV —

No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Other drugs may affect gadodiamide, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products . Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

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