Manganese Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

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.

Trade Name Manganese
Availability Prescription only
Generic Manganese
Type Injection, solution
Formula Mn
Weight Average: 54.938
Monoisotopic: 54.938049636
Groups Approved, Nutraceutical
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
Available Country United States
Last Updated: January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am

Uses

Manganese is a transition metal used for supplementation of manganese during Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN).

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.

Manganese is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Mineral supplementation, Total parenteral nutrition therapy, Vitamin supplementation, Dietary supplementation

Food Interaction

No interactions found.

Disease Interaction

Moderate: elimination, renal impairment, malabsorption syndromes

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