Drug Detail:Magnevist (Gadopentetate dimeglumine [ gad-oh-pen-te-tate-dye-meg-loo-meen ])
Generic Name: GADOPENTETATE DIMEGLUMINE 469.01mg in 1mL
Dosage Form: injection
Drug Class: Magnetic resonance imaging contrast media
Drug Detail:Magnevist (Gadopentetate dimeglumine [ gad-oh-pen-te-tate-dye-meg-loo-meen ])
Generic Name: GADOPENTETATE DIMEGLUMINE 469.01mg in 1mL
Dosage Form: injection
Drug Class: Magnetic resonance imaging contrast media
The recommended dosage of Magnevist injection is 0.2 mL/kg (0.1 mmol/kg) administered intravenously, at a rate not to exceed 10 mL per 15 seconds. Dosing for patients in excess of 286 lbs has not been studied systematically.
To ensure complete injection of Gadopentetate dimeglumine, administer 5-mL normal saline flush after the injection. The imaging procedure should be completed within 1 hour of injection of Magnevist injection.
Visually inspect for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Do not use the solution if it is discolored, if particulate matter is present or if the container appears damaged.
Discard any unused portion in accordance with regulations dealing with the disposal of such materials.
DOSE AND DURATION OF MAGNEVIST INJECTION |
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BODY WEIGHT |
Total Volume, mL* |
|
lb |
kg |
|
22 |
10 |
2 |
44 |
20 |
4 |
66 |
30 |
6 |
88 |
40 |
8 |
110 |
50 |
10 |
132 |
60 |
12 |
154 |
70 |
14 |
176 |
80 |
16 |
198 |
90 |
18 |
220 |
100 |
20 |
242 |
110 |
22 |
264 |
120 |
24 |
286 |
130 |
26 |
*Rate of Injection: 10 mL/15 seconds |