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Mechanism of Mannitol
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Diuretic
Increases tubular fluid osmolarity |
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Site of Action of Mannitol
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Proximal convoluted tubule
Proximal straight tubule |
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Clinical Use for Mannitol (3)
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1. Shock
2. Drug overdose 3. Decrease intracranial/intraocular pressure |
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Toxicity of Mannitol (2)
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1. Pulmonary edema
2. Dehydration |
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Contraindications of Mannitol (2)
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1. Anuria
2. CHF |
