What is Mannitol for:
This medication is an osmotic diuretic, prescribed for increased intracranial pressure, eye pressure, to maintain urine flow in kidney failure patients, and promotion of urinary excretion of toxic materials.
How does Mannitol work:
It gets rid of extra salt and water in the body.
How should Mannitol be used:
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein. IV- The recommended dose is 0.5 – 2 gmkg.
Common side effects of Mannitol :
Nausea, vomiting, runny nose, local pain, chills, dizziness, hives and chest pain.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Many times this drug is taken on an as needed basis.
What precautions should I take when taking Mannitol :
If you have an allergy to mannitol or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. - Shot: - If you have any of these health problems: Bleeding in the brain, fluid loss, very bad kidney disease, kidney or heart problems during past use, or water in the lungs. - Powder for breathing in: - If you have any of these health problems: Bleeding in the brain, recent heart attack, recent stroke, or very high blood pressure.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Trouble breathing. Signs of low potassium. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Very bad headache. Chest pain or pressure or a fast heartbeat. Sudden change in eyesight. Not able to pass urine. Seizures. Very bad swelling. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Mannitol with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Mannitol :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Therapeutic Classification
Intravenous & Other Sterile Solutions
What is Moxifloxacin for:
It is used to treat bacterial infections.
How does Moxifloxacin work:
Moxifloxacin works to harm the bacteria and fight the infection.
How should Moxifloxacin be used:
To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses. Use as you have been told, even if you are feeling better. Take this drug at the same time of day. -
Oral: - Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach. Drink lots of noncaffeine liquids unless told to drink less liquid by your doctor. Swallow tablet whole. Do not chew, break, or crush. - Shot: - It is given as a shot into a vein over a period of time.
Common side effects of Moxifloxacin :
Feeling dizzy. Rise slowly over a few minutes when sitting or lying down. Be careful climbing. Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. Loose stools (diarrhea). Yogurt or probiotics may help. You may get these products at health food stores or in some pharmacies. Belly pain. Headache. Tendons may rarely get irritated and tear. Unsafe allergic effects may rarely happen.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.
What precautions should I take when taking Moxifloxacin :
If you have an allergy to moxifloxacin or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have had tendons get irritated or torn when taking this drug or an alike drug in the past. If you have myasthenia gravis. If you are breast-feeding.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. A fast heartbeat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Very loose stools (diarrhea), even after drug is stopped. Pain in back of the ankle. Very bad muscle pain or weakness. Joint pain or swelling. Numbness or tingling in your hands or feet. Seizures.
Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Moxifloxacin with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Moxifloxacin :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Therapeutic Classification
Quinolones, Eye Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics
