About gadoxetic acid
Gadolinium-based MRI contrast agent
Used for
- Enhances liver MRI images to detect and characterize lesions.
Usual adult dose
Usually 0.1 mL/kg intravenously as a single injection for liver MRI.
Usual dose in children
Usually 0.1 mL/kg intravenously as a single injection; pediatric use depends on local approval and clinical need.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Feeling hot or flushed
- Injection-site discomfort
Important warnings
- Rare serious allergic reactions can occur.
- Use cautiously with severe kidney impairment; nephrogenic systemic fibrosis is a rare risk.
- Gadolinium may remain in the body after administration.
- Administer only by trained healthcare professionals with emergency support available.
Pregnancy
Use only when the MRI is essential and expected benefit outweighs potential fetal risk.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding can generally continue; only small amounts are expected to reach breast milk and be absorbed.
Interactions
- No major drug interactions are established.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.