Mangafodipir Trisodium (Into a vein)
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Makes MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) pictures brighter so your doctor can find and diagnose liver problems more easily.
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Mangafodipir is an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) contrast agent (also known as paramagnetic agents). MRI agents are used to help provide a clear picture during MRI. MRI is a special kind of diagnostic procedure. It uses magnets and computers to create images or “pictures” of certain areas inside the body. Unlike x-rays, it does not involve ionizing radiation.
Mangafodipir is given by injection before MRI to help diagnose problems in the liver.
Mangafodipir is injected into a vein. The dose of this agent will be different for different patients depending on the body weight of the person.
This medicine is to be used only by or under the supervision of a doctor.
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How To Use
Solution, Injectable
A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins. You will receive this medicine just before the MRI is started.
You may receive this medicine on an empty stomach or if you have recently eaten.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
When Not To Use
You should not receive this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to Teslascan®, manganese, or fodipir.
Warnings
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have liver disease, kidney problems, or seizures.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have ever had an allergic reaction to other medicines or dyes used for medical tests, of if you have any problems with your immune system.
This medicine can cause nausea and vomiting. Make sure your doctor knows if you have stomach pain, or if you have been throwing up recently.
You will need to lie on your back for the MRI. Tell your doctor if you have a condition that gets worse when you lie on your back. This may include digestion problems such as reflux esophagitis or GERD. Tell your doctor if you are unable to roll over onto your side if you need to.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Vomiting that lasts a long time.
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Nausea or upset stomach.
Redness, heat, swelling, pressure, or pain at the area where you were given the shot.
Vomiting.
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Brand names include
Teslascan
There may be other brand names for this medicine.