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DrugBank: Gadopentetate dimeglumine
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http://drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00789 |
| Elements |
Gadolinium
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| Species |
Complex
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| Topic |
Information - Pharmacy/Pharmacology |
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Organization |
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Canada |
| Language |
English |
Description
A complex of gadolinium with a chelating agent, diethylenetriamine penta-acetic acid (DTPA see pentetic acid), that is given to enhance the image in cranial and spinal MRIs. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p706)
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