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Omniscan 0.5 Injection

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS
Last updated on 07 Feb 2025 | 01:05 AM (IST)
Omniscan 0.5 Injection 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.
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General Information

Contains

Gadodiamide (0.5mg)

Marketer

GE Healthcare Inc
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Product introduction

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.

Uses of Omniscan Injection

  • Diagnostic agent

Benefits of Omniscan Injection

Diagnostic agent
Omniscan 0.5 Injection 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.

Side effects of Omniscan Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Omniscan
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

How to use Omniscan Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Omniscan Injection works

When injected into the body, Omniscan 0.5 Injection 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.

Quick tips

  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney and/or liver disease, convulsions, asthma, or allergic respiratory disorders.
  • 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 Injection.
  • Avoid driving or operating any machinery immediately if you feel dizzy.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Omniscan 0.5 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Omniscan 0.5 Injection 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.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Omniscan 0.5 Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Omniscan 0.5 Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Omniscan 0.5 Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Omniscan 0.5 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Omniscan 0.5 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Omniscan 0.5 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Alpha amino acid amides

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OTHERS

Action Class

Radio Contrast Agents

References

  1. Gadodiamide [Prescribing Information]. Oslo, Norway: GE Healthcare AS; 2010. [Accessed 24th Nov. 2022] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: GE Healthcare Inc
Address: Marlborough, MA 01752 U.S.A.

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Country of origin: India

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