What side effects can this medication cause?
Some of the side effects of gadopentate may occur up to 24 hours after you have received the medication.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
seizure (convulsions)
feeling light-headed, fainting
fast, uneven heart rate
Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:
headache, dizziness, anxiety
nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
increased thirst
chills
numbness or tingly feeling
cold feeling, warmth, pain, or burning where the injection was given
stuffy nose, sore throat
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Dosage and using this medicine
What special precautions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose?