Animal NDC 59051-8061-5 Mannitol 20%
Mannitol
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Mannitol 20% Animal Product Labeling Information
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Indications:
Mannitol Injection 20% is indicated for use as an osmotic diuretic in canine species. 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 m0smols/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.
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