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Gadobenate- Dimeglumine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Gadobenate- Dimeglumine Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Gadobenate- Dimeglumine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Gadobenate- Dimeglumine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Gadobenate- Dimeglumine
Pronunciation : GAD-oh-BEN-ate di-ME-gloo-meen
ICD Code : Y57.6 Therapeutic Classification : Diagnostic Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Gadobenate- Dimeglumine

International :


MultiHance

Why is Gadobenate- Dimeglumine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a gadolinium-based MRI contrast medium. It is also used to diagnose atherosclerosis. It produces magnetic effects.

When should Gadobenate- Dimeglumine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Gadobenate- Dimeglumine?

Adults and Children (older than 2 y of age) - IV bolus 0.1 mmol/kg (0.2 mL/kg).

How should Gadobenate- Dimeglumine be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Gadobenate- Dimeglumine?

• It may cause increased risk of Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF) in patients with acute or chronic severe kidney disease.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with severe kidney disease, heart disease, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Gadobenate- Dimeglumine?

Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, indigestion, fecal incontinence, and cirrhosis.
General - Feeling hot, weakness, back pain, chills, fever, infection, injection site inflammation and pain and uneasiness.
Central Nervous System - Headache, taste perversion, tingling and dizziness.
Heart - High blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm, slow heart rate, chest discomfort, ECG abnormality, heart attack, palpitations and fast heart rate.
Eye and ENT - Ear pain, ringing in the ear, swelling in the eyelid and visual disturbances.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle spasms and muscle pain.
Central Nervous System - Aphasia, convulsion, paralysis, stupor, fainting and tremor.
Genitourinary - Albumin in urine, blood in urine, protein in urine, urinary frequency and urinary tract infection.
Respiratory - Acute lung swelling, cough, difficulty in breathing, over breathing, obstructive airway disorder, blood clot in lungs, and wheezing.
Skin - Facial swelling, rash, itching, sweating, and hives.

What are the other precautions for Gadobenate- Dimeglumine?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Gadobenate- Dimeglumine?

Store at 25°C

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