Neurology
Mannitol
Dose
0.5–1 g/kg IV over 15–30 min (raised ICP)
Use
Raised ICP, cerebral oedema.
Monitoring
Osmolality (target <320), U&E, fluid balance.
Side effects
- • AKI
- • Hypotension
- • Pulmonary oedema
- • Hypernatraemia
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Dose · For raised ICP. Monitor osmolality (<320) and euvolaemia.
Raised Intracranial Pressure
Protocol · Head up, mannitol, osmotherapy
Severe Head Injury (GCS ≤8)
Protocol · Intubate + osmotherapy + neurosurgery
Paediatric DKA
Protocol · Cautious fluids — cerebral oedema risk
Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Protocol · Rapid IOP reduction
Acute Compartment Syndrome
Topic · Orthopedics
Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Topic · Ophthalmology
Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Topic · Ophthalmology
Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.
