Gadavist is a magnetically active contrast agent. It is used in conjunction with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) to improve visibility of blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony structures.
Gadavist is used to aid in the diagnosis of some brain and spine (central nervous system) problems, as well as blood vessels in the kidneys and the heart. Gadavist is also used in conjunction with MRI of the breast to aid in the detection of breast cancer.
Warnings
Gadavist can result in a potentially fatal situation in persons with severe renal disease. Before you get this medication, your doctor may perform a kidney function test.
Gadavist might remain in your body for months or years after you take it. It is unknown whether this may produce any health issues in persons who have normal kidneys. Inform your doctor if you have had many scans with a contrast agent and indicate the date of your most recent scan.
Precautions
Gadavist can result in a potentially fatal situation in persons with severe renal disease. Before you get this medication, your doctor may perform a kidney function test.
Gadobutrol might remain in your body for months or years after you take it. It is unknown whether this may produce any health issues in persons who have normal kidneys. Inform your doctor if you have had many scans with a contrast agent and indicate the date of your most recent scan.
If you are allergic to gadobutrol, you should not use Gadavist.
To ensure that Gadavist is suitable for you, inform your doctor if you have ever had:
- renal illness (or being on dialysis);
- any response to a contrast agent;
- diabetes;
- blood pressure that is too high;
- cirrhosis of the liver;
- Asthma, hay fever, and food and drug allergies
- a serious injury, surgery, or infection; or
- if you are over the age of 60.
It is unknown whether Gadavist will cause damage to an unborn child. If you are pregnant or want to become pregnant, inform your doctor.
Breastfeeding may be unsafe when using gadobutrol. Inquire with your doctor about any potential risks.
How to take Gadavist?
Gadavist is administered by veins. This injection will be administered by a healthcare practitioner in a clinic or hospital environment.
Inform your carers if you have any burning, soreness, or swelling around the IV needle while the medication is administered.
After your test, your doctor or another healthcare practitioner may want to keep an eye on you for a brief period of time. This is to ensure that you do not have any unpleasant side effects or delayed responses.
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