Mannitol IP 20% Infusion
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Product introduction
Mannitol IP 20% Infusion 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 IP 20% Infusion 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.
Mannitol IP 20% Infusion 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.
Uses of Mannitol IP Infusion
- Acute renal failure
- Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain)
- Glaucoma
Side effects of Mannitol IP Infusion
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 IP
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Dehydration
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Mannitol IP Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Mannitol IP Infusion works
Mannitol IP 20% Infusion is an inert substance with high osmotic pressure. It draws water into the kidney, which in turn increases the amount of urine production. Mannitol IP 20% Infusion 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 IP 20% Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mannitol IP 20% Infusion 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 IP 20% Infusion 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 IP 20% Infusion does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mannitol IP 20% Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mannitol IP 20% Infusion 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 IP 20% Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Mannitol IP Infusion?
If you miss a dose of Mannitol IP 20% Infusion, please consult your doctor.\n
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Quick tips
- 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 IP with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Do not consume Tobramycin with Mannitol. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney's functioning c
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Do not consume Tobramycin with Mannitol. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney's functioning c
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Do not consume Tobramycin with Mannitol. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney's functioning c
Concurrent use may cause kidney damage.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Concurrent use may cause kidney damage and hearing loss.
Do not consume Amikacin with Mannitol. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney's functioning c
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Mannitol IP Infusion for?
Cerebral edem*
100%
*Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain)
How much was the improvement?
Poor
50%
Excellent
33%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using Mannitol IP 20% Infusion?
Headache
33%
Dehydration
33%
Unconsciousne*
33%
*Unconsciousness
How do you take Mannitol IP Infusion?
Empty stomach
100%
Please rate Mannitol IP 20% Infusion on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Ives HE. Diuretic Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 263.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 836-37.
Marketer details
Name: Baxter India Pvt Ltd
Address: Baxter (India) Private Limited, 2nd Floor, Tower-C, Building No.8, DLF Cyber City, DLF Phase-II, Gurgaon-122 002, Haryana, India
Country of origin: India
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