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Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan)

Bayer · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) is a Gadolinium-based contrast agent Small molecule drug developed by Bayer. It is currently FDA-approved for MRI contrast enhancement for central nervous system imaging, MRI contrast enhancement for body imaging including cardiovascular and abdominal applications. Also known as: Gadoterate.

Gadoterate is a gadolinium-based contrast agent that accumulates in tissues and enhances MRI signal to improve visualization of anatomical structures and lesions.

Gadoterate is a gadolinium-based contrast agent that accumulates in tissues and enhances MRI signal to improve visualization of anatomical structures and lesions. Used for MRI contrast enhancement for central nervous system imaging, MRI contrast enhancement for body imaging including cardiovascular and abdominal applications.

At a glance

Generic nameGadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan)
Also known asGadoterate
SponsorBayer
Drug classGadolinium-based contrast agent
TargetWater protons (via paramagnetic gadolinium ion)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiagnostic Imaging
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Gadoterate is a macrocyclic gadolinium chelate complex that distributes into the extracellular space following intravenous injection. The paramagnetic gadolinium ion shortens T1 and T2 relaxation times of nearby water protons, producing bright signal enhancement on T1-weighted MRI images. This allows improved delineation of tissues, blood vessels, and pathological lesions with altered perfusion or permeability.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan)

What is Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan)?

Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) is a Gadolinium-based contrast agent drug developed by Bayer, indicated for MRI contrast enhancement for central nervous system imaging, MRI contrast enhancement for body imaging including cardiovascular and abdominal applications.

How does Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) work?

Gadoterate is a gadolinium-based contrast agent that accumulates in tissues and enhances MRI signal to improve visualization of anatomical structures and lesions.

What is Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) used for?

Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) is indicated for MRI contrast enhancement for central nervous system imaging, MRI contrast enhancement for body imaging including cardiovascular and abdominal applications.

Who makes Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan)?

Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) is developed and marketed by Bayer (see full Bayer pipeline at /company/bayer).

Is Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) also known as anything else?

Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) is also known as Gadoterate.

What drug class is Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) in?

Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) belongs to the Gadolinium-based contrast agent class. See all Gadolinium-based contrast agent drugs at /class/gadolinium-based-contrast-agent.

What development phase is Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) in?

Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan)?

Common side effects of Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) include Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Injection site reactions, Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (rare, in severe renal impairment).

What does Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) target?

Gadoterate (Dotarem/Clariscan) targets Water protons (via paramagnetic gadolinium ion) and is a Gadolinium-based contrast agent.

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