Manitol

Manitol – 200 mg / ml Solution for infusion

Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic. Although an isomer of sorbitol, it has a lower energetic value, since it is eliminated in a larger amount from the organism before its metabolism can take place. During parenteral administration, mannitol raises the osmotic pressure of plasma and thus draws water out of body tissues by producing osmotic diuresis. During the use as an osmotic diuretic, mannitol is administered parenterally.

Manitol solution for infusion is indicated in the:
• prevention and/or treatment of oliguria in patients with renal failure;
• reduction of raised intracranial pressure and in the treatment of cerebral edema;
• short – term treatment of glaucoma, particularly to reduce the intraocular pressure, prior to ophthalmic surgery;
• treatment of toxicity (increased excretion of toxic substances).