To minimize the risk for contrast-induced nephropathy, various actions can be taken if the patient has predisposing conditions.

The major side effects of radiocontrast are anaphylactoid reactions and contrast-induced nephropathy.

Acetylcysteine in the prevention of contrast-induced nephropathy after coronary angiography.

A clinical trial from 2010, however, found that acetylcysteine is ineffective for the prevention of contrast-induced nephropathy.

The contrast agent may induce contrast-induced nephropathy.

The magnetic navigation system has been shown to produce equivalent high rates of efficacy, while reducing time and also contrast use, which can lead to serious complications from contrast-induced nephropathy.

Contrast-induced nephropathy is defined as either a greater than 25% increase of serum creatinine or an absolute increase in serum creatinine of 0.5 mg/dL.