Review the side-effects of Gadodiamide as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Nausea, headache and dizziness.
Heart - Heart failure, abnormal heart rhythm, heart attack, flushing, chest pain and blood clots.
Central Nervous System - Convulsion, incoordination, abnormal coordination, tingling, tremor, aggravated multiple sclerosis, migraine.
Gastrointestinal- Abdominal pain, diarrhea, eructation, dry mouth/vomiting and blood in stool.
Eye and ENT - Abnormal vision, ringing in the ear, taste loss and taste perversion.
Liver - Abnormal liver function.
Musculoskeletal - Joint and muscle pain.
Respiratory - Runny nose and difficulty in breathing.
Skin - Itching, rash, sweating increased and hives.
Genitourinary - Acute reversible kidney failure.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Nausea, headache and dizziness.
Heart - Heart failure, abnormal heart rhythm, heart attack, flushing, chest pain and blood clots.
Central Nervous System - Convulsion, incoordination, abnormal coordination, tingling, tremor, aggravated multiple sclerosis, migraine.
Gastrointestinal- Abdominal pain, diarrhea, eructation, dry mouth/vomiting and blood in stool.
Eye and ENT - Abnormal vision, ringing in the ear, taste loss and taste perversion.
Liver - Abnormal liver function.
Musculoskeletal - Joint and muscle pain.
Respiratory - Runny nose and difficulty in breathing.
Skin - Itching, rash, sweating increased and hives.
Genitourinary - Acute reversible kidney failure.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Gadodiamide
Gadodiamide(Omniscan) generic is a gadolinium-based MRI contrast agent, used to diagnose problems in the brain, spine, chest, stomach, hip area, and other parts of the body. It helps in clear visualization of blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues.Trade Names for Gadodiamide
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Omniscan
