Leaflet MULTIHANCE 0.5 M solution for injection
Indicated for: diagnostic imaging contrast enhancement
Route of administration: injectable
Substance: gadobenic acid (contrast agent)
ATC: V08CA08 (Various | Magnetic resonance imaging contrast media | Paramagnetic contrast media)
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
This medicine is subject to additional monitoring.
This medicine may affect the kidneys.
Gadobenic acid is a contrast agent used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to enhance the visualization of internal body structures. It contains gadolinium, a rare metal, which helps improve the clarity of MRI images.
It is commonly used for diagnosing liver, vascular, or central nervous system conditions. Administration is done intravenously, and the substance is eliminated from the body through the kidneys.
Side effects are rare but may include nausea, headaches, or allergic reactions. In very rare cases, nephrogenic systemic fibrosis may occur in patients with severe renal impairment.
Patients should inform their doctor about any kidney conditions or allergies before administration. It is important that its use is strictly supervised by a specialist.
General data about MULTIHANCE 0.5 M
- Substance: gadobenic acid
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-01-2015
- Product code: W43668004
- Concentration: 0.5M
- Pharmaceutical form: solution for injection
- Quantity: 1
- Product type: Original
- Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Concentrations available for gadobenic acid
- 0.5M
- 529mg/ml