About Mannitol

Mannitol is an Osmotic diuretic used to remove excess water and toxins from the body in patients with kidney disease. It is also used in the treatment of cerebral edema and intraocular pressure. It has common side effects Headache, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, dry mouth, thirst, dehydration, blurred vision, runny nose, arm pain, chills, dizziness, low blood pressure (hypotension), hives, irregular heartbeat, electrolyte imbalance, etc. Read more about mannitol.