Omniscan 0.5 Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | GE Healthcare Inc |
| Active Ingredient | Gadodiamide (0.5mg) |
| Chemical Class | Alpha amino acid amides |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | OTHERS |
| Action Class | Radio contrast agents |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 411 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Omniscan Injection?
If you miss a dose of Omniscan 0.5, consult your doctor.
Omniscan 0.5 Injection Reviews
Omniscan 0.5 is known as a contrast agent. It is injected into the body before (magnetic resonance imaging) scan to enhance the visibility of internal body structures. This helps to identify the problem and treat accordingly.
This medicine is given as an injection by a trained healthcare professional or radiologist. Some side effects of this agent include nausea, headache, and dizziness. Let the doctor know if any of these bother you or do not go away.
How Omniscan 0.5 Injection Works
When injected into the body, Omniscan 0.5 contrast medium improves the quality of the MRI images. This allows the radiologist to more accurately report on how the body is working and whether there is any disease or abnormality present.
How to Use Omniscan 0.5 Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Omniscan 0.5 Injection
- In Diagnostic agent: Omniscan 0.5 contains a radiopaque contrast medium indicated for radiographic examination before an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan. It helps for better visualization of the parts of brain, spine, or other areas like stomach, where it is injected by a radiologist or a nurse and helps in diagnosing problems in the inside areas that are not visible to the naked eyes. This enables to diagnose the underlying problem and helps to treat you better.
Uses of Omniscan 0.5 Injection
- Diagnostic agent
Omniscan 0.5 Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Omniscan 0.5. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Omniscan 0.5 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Omniscan 0.5 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Omniscan 0.5 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Omniscan 0.5 alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Omniscan 0.5 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Omniscan 0.5 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Omniscan 0.5 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Let your doctor know if you experience burning, hardening and tightening of the skin, stiffness in joints with trouble moving, bending or straightening the arms, hands, legs or feet after administration of Omniscan 0.5.
- Avoid driving or operating any machinery immediately if you feel dizzy.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney and/or liver disease, convulsions, asthma, or allergic respiratory disorders.