What is Omniscan?
Omniscan is an agent for contrast that has magnetic properties. It is utilized in conjunction with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to permit organs, blood vessels, and other non-bony tissues to be more easily seen in the MRI. Omniscan can help identify specific disorders of the spine and brain (central nervous system) or chest and stomach areas. Omniscan can also be used to treat conditions that are not mentioned in this guideline for medication.
Adverse effects of Omniscan
See a doctor immediately. If you are experiencing warning signs of an allergic response, such as symptoms of hives, difficulty breathing, and swelling of your lips, face, and tongue. Certain side effects of gadodiamide could occur for several days after the injection. Omniscan can lead to a fatal problem in patients suffering from chronic kidney diseases. Contact your physician right now if you experience any signs of this disease, for example:
- Irritation, itching, swelling, and scaling or hardening of your skin.
- Tiredness, muscle weakness.
- Stiff joints in your hands, arms, legs, or feet.
- Painful bone pain that is deep in your ribs or hips.
- Difficulty getting moving trouble moving.
- The skin's spots of darkness or redness.
Contact your doctor at the earliest opportunity if you are suffering from:
- kidney problems: no or little urine output; swelling of your ankles or feet; feeling exhausted or sluggish.
- Chest discomfort or pressure that is spreading into your shoulder or jaw.
Common adverse consequences of Omniscan could include:
- Nausea.
- Dizziness.
- Headache.
This isn't a comprehensive detailed of possible side effects, and other adverse consequences. Consult your physician to seek medical advice on the effects. You can report any adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Omniscan can trigger a life-threatening problem in patients suffering from severe kidney diseases. It is not recommended to take this treatment if you suffer from kidney disease or are taking dialysis.
Before you take this drug
Omniscan could trigger a life-threatening illness in those suffering from severe kidney diseases. You should not take this treatment if you suffer from kidney disease or are on dialysis. Omniscan is able to remain within your body for a number of months or years after receiving it. It's not clear if this can cause health issues in those who have kidneys that function properly. Discuss with your doctor if you have had multiple scans using contrast agents and also provide the date of the last scan. It is best not to receive Omniscan if you have an allergy to it.
Inform your doctor if you were ever diagnosed with:
- kidney problems.
- Any reaction that is triggered by any contrast agent.
- Diabetes.
- High blood pressure.
- The liver condition.
- Asthma, hay fever, and food or drug allergies.
- An injury, surgery, or severe infection.
- If you are 60 or older than 60.
How to take Omniscan ?
Omniscan is administered as an injection into the vein. The healthcare professional will give the injection. Your doctor or healthcare professional might want to monitor you for a brief period after the test has been completed. This is to ensure you do not suffer undesirable negative side effects or delayed reactions. Omniscan may produce unusual results when using certain medicines during the 12 to 24 days following the MRI. Inform any physician who treats patients that you've had this treatment.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Because Omniscan is only used for your MRI, it is not possible to follow a schedule of dosing.
What happens if I overdose?
Because this medication is administered by a medical specialist in a medical setting, it is highly unlikely for an overdose to occur.
What should be avoided?
Follow your doctor's advice regarding any restrictions on your food, drink, or activities.
Interaction with other drugs
Other medications can influence Omniscan. Other medications can affect Omniscan, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor about your current medications as well as any medications you are about to start or stop taking.
