Gadopentetate dimeglumine and Zyclara Topical

• Generic Name: gadopentetate dimeglumine
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Magnevist, Multihance

Gadopentetate dimeglumine is a contrast agent that has magnetic properties. It is used in combination with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to allow blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on the MRI.

Gadopentetate dimeglumine is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the brain, blood vessels, and spin (central nervous system).

Gadopentetate dimeglumine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: imiquimod topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names: Zyclara, Aldara, Zyclara Pump

Imiquimod topical is used to treat external warts around the genital and rectal areas called condyloma acuminatum. It is not used on warts inside the vagina, penis, or rectum. Imiquimod is also used to treat a skin condition of the face and scalp called actinic keratosis (AK), which is caused by too much sun exposure. Imiquimod may be used to treat certain types of skin cancer called superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC).

Imiquimod works on the immune system to help the body fight viruses that cause warts. It does not destroy the viruses directly. It is not known how imiquimod works for actinic keratosis or skin cancer.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.