Mannitol Flashcards
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Mannitol
Name
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Osmitrol
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Mannitol
Class
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Osmotic Diuretic
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Mannitol
Description
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Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic that draws water into the intravascular space through its hypertonic effects, then causes diuresis
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Q
Mannitol
Indications
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Cerebral Edema
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Q
Mannitol
Contraindications
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Hypersensitivity, pulmonary edema or severe dehyrdration
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Q
Mannitol
Precautions
A
Must give slow with filter tubing
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Mannitol
Dosage/Route
A
1.5-2g/kg slow IV
Pedi- 0.25 to 0.5 g/kg over 60 mins
