Animal NDC 11695-1254-1 Mannitol

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Mannitol Animal Product Labeling Information

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For use as an osmotic diuretic in dogs. Mannitol is essentially inert metabolically. When given parenterally, it is freely filtered at the glomerulus which produces osmotic diuresis as more than 90% of the mannitol injected escapes reabsorption.


Each 100 Ml Contains:



Mannitol USP...................................20 g

Water for Injection...........................q.s.

This solution contains 1098 mOsmols/Liter


Dosage And Administration:



The usual canine dosage administered intravenously is 1.5 - 2.0 g per kg body weight given over a 30 minute period. This is approximately 3.4-4.5 mL/lb of body weight.


Note:



Crystals of mannitol may form in a 20% saturated solution of mannitol. Dissolve the crystals by warming in hot water or autoclaving for 15 minutes. Cool to body temperature before administering. This is a single dose vial that contains no preservatives. Use entire contents when first opened.


Storage And Handling



Store at temperatures between 15°and 30°C (59°-86°F).


Caution:



Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY

KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN


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