Omniscan, Magnevist and OptiMARK Associated with Most NSF Cases
Drugs Are Linked To NSF Cases. Omniscan by GE Healthcare, Magnevist by Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals and Covidien’s OptiMARK are linked to the highest number of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) cases, according the American College of Radiology. The group has advised radiologists to avoid using these three gadolinium contrast … [Read more...] about Omniscan, Magnevist and OptiMARK Associated with Most NSF Cases
OptiMark, Omniscan and Magnevist Carry Higher Risk
Agent Use In People With Kidney Disease At High Risk Of NSF. OptiMark, Omniscan and Magnevist gadolinium contrast dyes appear to place people with severe kidney disease at a higher risk of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF), according to a panel of medical experts. The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel, which met … [Read more...] about OptiMark, Omniscan and Magnevist Carry Higher Risk
