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Magnevist Injection
Manufactured byZydus Cadila
ContainsGadopentetate dimeglumine
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Description
Magnevist Injection is used as a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agent to enhance the quality of visualizing the blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to detect or diagnose certain disorders of the brain, blood vessels, and spine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Magnevist Injection
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Magnevist Injection
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Discoloration of the skin
Numbness
Rash
Headache
Pain at the injection site
Uses of Magnevist Injection
What is it prescribed for?
Central nervous system magnetic resonance imaging
This contrast agent is used in central nervous system magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to visualize the lesions and abnormalities of blood vessels in the brain, spine and other associated tissues.
Vascular magnetic resonance imaging
This contrast agent is used in vascular system magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to visualize the abnormalities of blood vessels in brain, spine and associated tissues, head, neck, and body.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this contrast agent to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this contrast agent remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Magnevist Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving Magnevist Injection.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Magnevist Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving Magnevist Injection.
Allergy
Magnevist Injection is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to it or any other components present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Magnevist Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving Magnevist Injection.
Breast-feeding
Magnevist Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving Magnevist Injection.
General warnings
Hypotension
Magnevist Injection may lower the blood pressure in some patients on therapy. Close monitoring of the blood pressure levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Allergic reactions
This contrast agent should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of an allergic reaction to contrast media, bronchial asthma or allergic disorders. If symptoms of allergic reactions occur, discontinue immediately and initiate appropriate treatment.
Other medicines
Magnevist Injection may interact with many medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before receiving Magnevist Injection.
Missed Dose
Since Magnevist Injection is given during procedures, therefore the likelihood of missing a dose is very less.
Overdose
Since Magnevist Injection is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Verapamil
Felodipine
Amlodipine
Diltiazem
Disease interactions
Kidney impairment
Magnevist Injection is not recommended for use in patients with chronic, severe kidney disease, or acute kidney injury due to the increased risk of adverse effects. It should only be used in patients if diagnostic information is required and not available with non- contrasted MRI or other modalities.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Magnevist Injection is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to Magnevist Injection. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving Magnevist Injection.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This contrast agent allows more clear visualization of blood vessels, organs, and associated tissues during a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Magnetic resonance imaging contrast media
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 13 Sep 2019
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