Mannitol IP 20% Infusion

Discover how Mannitol IP 20% Infusion, formulated by Baxter India Pvt Ltd with Mannitol (20% w/v), can assist with Acute renal failure,Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain),Glaucoma. This page provides a comprehensive overview of this medication, including its primary applications and further detailed information to support your understanding. Feel free to add it to your favorites or compare it with other available options.

MRP: ₹ 72.5
Packing: 350.0 ml in 1 bottle
Salt Combination: Mannitol (20% w/v)
Brand: Baxter India Pvt Ltd
Uses: Acute renal failure,Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain),Glaucoma

Description

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 Mannitol IP 20% Infusion 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.

Cautions

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.
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.
Driving:	SAFE: Mannitol IP 20% Infusion does not usually affect your ability to drive.
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.
Pregnency:	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.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mannitol IP 20% Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Osmotic Diuretics
Therapeutic class:	CARDIAC
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Sugar Alcohols