Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion

Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion – Offered by Criticine Care under the brand name “Critol-G”, this infusion is made of two medicines namely Mannitol and Glycerin that combine and helps in the treatment of cerebral edema. Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion works to draw water out of the tissues inside the brain and also lowers the inflammation (swelling) around the brain. It is recommended by healthcare experts to those patients who have excessive fluid accumulated in the brain or swelling in the brain (cerebral edema).

The infusion is given intravenously (into a vein) by a healthcare professional, typically in a hospital setting. It is usually used as a short-term treatment for conditions that cause increased ICP, such as head injury, brain swelling, or brain damage.

How Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion Works

This infusion is a powerful blend of two of the most powerful medicines namely Mannitol and Glycerin that combine and treat the enlarged pressure in the brain or skull.

Mannitol: Mannitol belongs to the class of osmotic diuretic that works to draw water out from the brain tissues and lowers the swelling surrounding the brain.

Glycerin: Glycerin works to prevent the reoccurrence of swelling. It stops the swelling from coming back which might possibly happen due to plain Mannitol.

It is important to use mannitol + glycerin infusion only under the guidance of a healthcare professional and to be aware of the potential for side effects, such as dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and kidney problems. Regular monitoring of your condition and fluid and electrolyte levels is important, as well as reporting any changes in symptoms to your doctor to ensure the best outcome and minimize the risk of side effects.

Useful Tips for Better Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion Usage

Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion is a highly recommended medicine to treat and cure cerebral edema. However, it is known to provide the most optimum results only if used under the supervision of a healthcare expert. Thus, always keep in mind the following instructions while using Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion:

1. You have been prescribed this infusion as you have cerebral edema. Thus, do not use this infusion to treat and cure any other health ailment.
2. Make sure to complete the full treatment of Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion without missing any dosage in between to get the optimum results. Missing the dosage in between or stopping the treatment early will allow the issue to come back and become harder to cure.
3. Ensure regular monitoring of the urinary output, central venous pressure, electrolyte balance in particular serum sodium and potassium levels, and fluid balance.
4. Be sure to evaluate the heart rate and health of the patient carefully before administering Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion.
5. Keep the dosage on the lower side or as directed by the healthcare expert.
6. Never self-administer this medicine and always use it under the supervision of a healthcare expert.
7. Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited while using Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion as it can cause negative side effects.

Possible Side Effects

Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion is completely safe to use and the proper usage of this infusion does not cause any harm to the patient. But the over dosage and improper usage of this infusion can bring unwanted side effects such as:

1. Increased urination
2. Vomiting
3. Headache
4. Chest pain
5. Blurred vision

These are the few mild side effects that the patient can encounter with overdosage of Mannitol + Glycerin Infusion. These are temporary side effects that will fade as the body adapts to the medicine. However, if they do not disappear even after the completion of the treatment and start to cause hassle for you, then you can contact your doctor to get medical help.