Mannitol Flashcards
1
Q
Mannitol Trade Name
A
Osmitrol
2
Q
Mannitol MOA
A
Site of action at glomerulus
Increase in extracellular osmolarity induces movement of intracellular water to extracellular spaces
3
Q
Mannitol Indications
A
Reduction of intracranial pressure
4
Q
Mannitol Contraindications
A
Anuria
Renal failure
Intracranial bleeding
Pulmonary congestion
5
Q
Mannitol Adverse Effects
A
Fluids shifts in combination with renal dysfunction
6
Q
Mannitol and CPB
A
Diuretic
Oxygen free radical scavenger
Cardioplegia additive
7
Q
Mannitol Dosing
A
Varies on bypass
12.5 g of 25% mannitol is common
8
Q
Mannitol Preparation
A
20% 20g/100mL
25% 25g/100mL
9
Q
Mannitol Drug Class
A
Osmotic diuretic
