Manganese
- Generic Name
- Manganese
- Brand Names
- Concept Ob, Multitrace-4, Multitrace-5, Multrys, Tandem Plus
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- Mn
- CAS Number
- 7439-96-5
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- H6EP7W5457
- Background
Manganese is a transition metal with a molar mass of 54.94g/mol. Manganese is considered critical for human health, and plays important roles in development, metabolism, and the antioxidant system. That said, excessive manganese intake is associated with manganism, a neurodegenerative disorder that causes dopaminergic neuronal death and parkinsonian-like symptoms.
- Indication
Indicated for use as a supplement to intravenous solutions given for Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). Administration helps to maintain plasma levels and to prevent depletion of endogenous stores and subsequent deficiency symptoms.
- Associated Conditions
- -
- Associated Therapies
- Mineral supplementation therapy, Total parenteral nutrition therapy, Vitamin supplementation, Dietary supplementation
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