Gadoxetate Disodium Injection Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Gadoxetate Disodium Injection, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
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Generic Name : Gadoxetate Disodium Injection Pronunciation : gad OX e tate ICD Code : Y57.6 Therapeutic Classification : Diagnostic AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Gadoxetate Disodium Injection
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Why is Gadoxetate Disodium Injection Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a paramagnetic contrast agent, used with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to diagnose certain liver diseases. It helps in clear visualization of blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues.When should Gadoxetate Disodium Injection not be taken? (Contraindications)
None.What is the dosage of Gadoxetate Disodium Injection?
IV- The recommended dose is 0.1 mL/kg body weight (0.025 mmol/kg body weight).How should Gadoxetate Disodium Injection 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 Gadoxetate Disodium Injection?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, high blood pressure, liver disease, asthma, any allergy, had an injury, surgery, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.What are the side effects of Gadoxetate Disodium Injection?
Serious Effects- Decreased urination, drowsiness, confusion, mood changes, increased thirst, loss of appetite, swelling, weight gain, feeling short of breath, irritation.Most Common - Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, flushing, cold feeling, burning sensation in injection site.
