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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Learning Center
Prescribed Medications
| 1. | nimodipine(Nimotop ) | ||
| 2. | mannitol(Osmitrol ) | ||
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NIMODIPINE (nye MOE di peen) is a calcium-channel blocker. This medicine is used to treat subarachnoid hemorrhage. This is a condition in which there is bleeding into the space around the brain that causes severe headaches and stiff neck.
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A dihydropyridine-derivative calcium-channel blocking agent that affects the CNS preferentially.
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MANNITOL (MAN i tawl) is a diuretic. It is used to reduce pressure and swelling around the brain and in the eyes. It is also used to prevent or treat kidney failure. This medicine is also used during some urology procedures.
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An osmotic diuretic.
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