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mannitol
Form Strength
SOLUTION, INTRAVENOUS 20%; 25%
Display Osmotic Diuretics Class: 243612
High Alert Drug : Policy
Medication comments:
High Alert Drug: mannitol
 • Stored in lidded container when floor stocked.
 • Labeled MANNITOL 25% 50ml (Concentrated) in large red lettering.
Per policy, these medications require cardiac and/or special monitoring.
(KEY: "Y" = may be given as described on chart. "N" = may NOT be given except in Rapid Response/Code Blue situations or as otherwise described in Exceptions section of Policy.
generic (Brand) / Notes                
mannitol Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
Medications Requiring Filters    
Medication Preparation Filter Administration Filter
mannitol Filters are not required during preparation. If crystals are present, consider warming mannitol up to 158°F to redissolve crystals, with agitation. Ensure solution cools to room temperature prior to administration. Use a 0.2 micron inline filter, especially for infusions of 15% or more. Filter sizes may vary among institutions (e.g., 0.2 micron, 5 micron). Consult institution-specific recommendations.
Adult Extravasation Management
Generic (Brand) Vesicant / irritant Local Care
Comments / Treatment links
 mannitol (>5%) Vesicant Warm or cold compress
Last updated: May. 1, 2024
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