Magnevist is used for:
Providing a better picture with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Magnevist is a diagnostic aid. When used with an MRI, it works by aiding in the detection of abnormalities in the brain, spinal cord, or whole body.

Do NOT use Magnevist if:
• you are allergic to any ingredient in Magnevist
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Magnevist :
Some medical conditions may interact with Magnevist . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have a history of kidney or liver problems or liver transplant, or if you receive dialysis
• if you have anemia, asthma, blood problems (eg, blood clots, blood clotting problems, hemolysis, sickle cell anemia, other anemias), breathing problems, heart problems, kidney or liver problems, or seizures
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Magnevist . However, no specific interactions with Magnevist are known at this time.
Ask your health care provider if Magnevist may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Magnevist :
Use Magnevist as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
• Magnevist is usually given as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic.
• Do not use Magnevist if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
• If you miss a dose of Magnevist , contact your doctor right away.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Magnevist .

Important safety information:
• Magnevist may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Magnevist with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
• Magnevist should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 2 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Magnevist while you are pregnant. Magnevist is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Magnevist , check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Magnevist :
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dizziness; headache; minor pain, swelling, coldness, or redness at the injection site; nausea.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); changes in vision; fast or irregular heartbeat; muscle weakness; numbness in an arm or leg; pain, redness, or swelling of the skin; severe stomach pain; sharp or crushing chest pain; skin lesions; sudden leg pain; sudden severe headache; sudden shortness of breath; tightness or thickening of the skin.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at .

Proper storage of Magnevist :
Magnevist is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Magnevist at home, store Magnevist as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Magnevist out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:
• If you have any questions about Magnevist , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Magnevist is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Magnevist . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.