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Gadovist is a contrast agent used in magnetic resonance angiography to identify lesions in the brain, spine, liver, kidney,... So what is Gadovist's effect, how to use it and what precautions should be taken? What to do when using the drug, learn through the article below.1. What is Gadovist?
Gadovist's main ingredient is Gadobutrol - this is a second generation extracellular non-ionic macrocyclic. Gadobutrol helps doctors visualize and detect vascular abnormalities in the central nervous system, or abnormalities in internal organs. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) depends on the signal intensity variation. Gadovist enhances the signal in the blood vessels when injected, making it easier to detect lesions.2. Indications of Gadovist
Gadovist is indicated for treatment in the following cases:Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the skull and spine. Contrast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the liver and kidneys. Magnetic resonance angiography. Gadovist is injected intravenously before imaging to detect very small lesions, visualize tumors.
3. Contraindications of Gadovist
Gadovist is not indicated for use in the following cases:Allergy to Gadobutrol or any of its ingredients. Patients with severe renal failure. Patients who are preparing for a liver transplant or have recently received a liver transplant. Children under 2 years old. Note when using the drug Gadovist
Patients with a history of severe allergy, allergy to contrast, bronchial asthma should test the drug on a small body area. After taking the drug, the patient should be closely monitored. Patients with renal failure, epilepsy should be cautious when using the drug. Pregnant and lactating women need a doctor's prescription and supervision when taking Gadovist. No drug interactions have been detected when taking Gadovist.
4. Dosage and usage
4.1. How to use
The drug is administered intravenously, MRI can be started immediately after the injection. Optimal effect of contrast-enhanced angiography (CE-MRA) 15 minutes after injection.4.2. Dosage
Adult dose for diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): 0.1ml/kg intravenously immediately before the scan. Pediatric dose for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): 0.1ml/kg intravenously right before the scan. The drug can be injected manually or with an electric syringe with a flow rate of 2ml/sec.5. Gadovist . side effects
Some undesirable effects may be encountered when using Gadovist:Headache, dizziness. Paresthesia, reactions at injection site: Pain, rash,... Taste disturbance, nausea. Vasodilation. Anaphylaxis . Tired, nervous, heart palpitations. Thus, Gadovist is a contrast agent used in magnetic resonance imaging to diagnose diseases of the central nervous system, detect blood vessel damage, shape small tumors,... The drug can cause some dangerous unwanted effects to the body, so it should be carefully monitored when used.
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