Gadosol0.5mmol/ml
Rx- Generic:
- Gadoteric Acid
- Dosage form:
- Injection
- Pack size:
- 10ml Vial
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At a glance
Gadoteric Acid is a contrast agent used in MRI to detect abnormalities in the brain and spine.
Indications
- MRI in brain (intracranial), spine and associated tissues
- Detection of areas with disruption of the blood brain barrier (BBB)
- Detection of abnormal vascularity
Dosage
Adult and Pediatric Dose (including term neonates):
- Recommended dose: 0.2 mL/kg (0.1 mmol/kg) body weight
- Administer as intravenous bolus injection (manually or by power injector)
- Flow rate for adults: approximately 2 mL/second
- Flow rate for pediatric patients: 1-2 mL/second
- May be followed by normal saline flush to ensure complete injection
- Contrast MRI can begin immediately following injection
* Use as directed by the registered physician
Side effects
Common Side Effects (in clinical studies):
- Nausea
- Headache
- Injection site pain
- Injection site coldness
- Burning sensation
Serious Side Effects: Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF), anaphylactoid/anaphylactic reactions.
Precautions & warnings
Precautions:
- Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF) has occurred in patients with impaired elimination of GBCAs.
- Higher than recommended dosing or repeat dosing appear to increase the risk.
- Hypersensitivity: Anaphylactoid/anaphylactic reactions may occur - monitor patients closely.
- Avoid use in severe kidney disease (GFR <30 mL/min/1.73m²).
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.