• You should not take your metformin (e.g. Glucophage ®, Fortamet, Riomet) or any other metformin containing oral antidiabetic agents (e.g. ActoPlusmet, Metaglip, Glucovance) for 48 hours following today’s IV contrast administration. • You should check with your physician before restarting the metformin. • Your doctor may want to draw your blood to check your kidney function before you resume taking your metformin. • In addition, we advise that you drink plenty of fluids to adequately hydrate yourself over the next 24 hrs. • Any questions should be directed to your primary care physician. Commonwealth Radiology, P.C. 1508 Willow Lawn Dr. Ste. 117 Richmond, Virginia 23230 804-288-8327 www.commonwealthradiology.com