Mannitol IV 20% Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of acute renal (kidney) failure, cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain) and to reduce the pressure inside the eyes in a condition called glaucoma.
Mannitol IV 20% Injection works by removing excess water and also relieves inflammation in the affected areas. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It is administered as an injection under the supervision of a medical professional and should not be self administered. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, and dehydration. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness or swelling. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own after some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. Regular monitoring by blood tests may be required while using this medicine.
Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain)
Benefits of Mannitol IV Injection
In Glaucoma
Mannitol IV 20% Injection is used in glaucoma to rapidly lower eye pressure, providing relief from pain and helping prevent vision loss during acute episodes.
In Acute renal failure
In acute renal failure, Mannitol IV 20% Injection supports urine production and helps flush out toxins, aiding in kidney function recovery.
In Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain)
Mannitol IV 20% Injection helps reduce swelling in the brain by drawing excess fluid away, relieving pressure and lowering the risk of complications from brain injuries or conditions.
Side effects of Mannitol IV Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Mannitol IV
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Dehydration
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Mannitol IV Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Mannitol IV Injection works
Mannitol IV 20% Injection is an inert substance with high osmotic pressure. It draws water into the kidney, which in turn increases the amount of urine production. Mannitol IV 20% Injection is also used to lower the pressure inside the eye or swelling around the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mannitol IV 20% Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mannitol IV 20% Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mannitol IV 20% Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Mannitol IV 20% Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mannitol IV 20% Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mannitol IV 20% Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Mannitol IV 20% Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Mannitol IV Injection?
If you miss a dose of Mannitol IV 20% Injection, please consult your doctor.\n
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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
It is given as an injection into the veins by a doctor or healthcare professional.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor sodium and potassium level, kidney function, and lung function while you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
It is given as an injection into the veins by a doctor or healthcare professional.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor sodium and potassium level, kidney function, and lung function while you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Sugar Alcohols
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Osmotic Diuretics
Interaction with drugs
Taking Mannitol IV with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Tobramycin with Mannitol. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney function closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damag... More
Do not consume Tobramycin with Mannitol. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney function closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damag... More
Do not consume Tobramycin with Mannitol. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney function closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damag... More
Do not consume Amikacin with Mannitol. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney function closely.
Concurrent use may cause kidney damage and hearing los... More
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