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Mannitol Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Mannitol-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Mannitol brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Mannitol Pronunciation : MAN-i-tol ICD Code : Y54.5 Therapeutic Classification : DiureticsBrand Names or Trade Names of Mannitol
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International :
Osmitrol
Why is Mannitol Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an osmotic diuretic, prescribed for increased intracranial pressure, eye pressure, to maintain urine flow in kidney failure patients, and promotion of urinary excretion of toxic materials.When should Mannitol not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with heart failure, stroke, anuria, severe dehydration, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Mannitol?
IV- The recommended dose is 0.5 – 2 gm/kg.How should Mannitol be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Mannitol?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of swelling, kidney problems, or heart problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Monitor blood electrolytes, kidney function, lung function, heart function, and blood counts regularly while taking this medication.