Aridol Bronchial Challenge Test Kit

Generic: Mannitol

Rx only

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Aridol is a medication used to assess how sensitive your airways are, particularly in people aged 6 and older who do not have obvious asthma symptoms. It works by inhaling a powder that can cause your airways to tighten, allowing doctors to measure your lung function. The test involves using a special inhaler to inhale increasing doses of the powder until a certain response is observed or a maximum dose of 635 mg is reached. It's important to know that Aridol should not be used if you have a known allergy to mannitol or if you have certain health conditions that could worsen with breathing tests. Additionally, if you have kidney problems, the way your body processes this medication may be affected.

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Uses

Assessment of bronchial hyperresponsiveness in patients 6 years and older without asthma.

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Dosage

Use one ARIDOL test kit for inhalation only.

Inhale mannitol capsules in increasing doses until a response is observed or all capsules are used.

Maximum total dose is 635 mg.

Starting and maximum doses are the same for children and adults.

Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.

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Side effects

Common

Common side effects include headachethroat irritationcoughand nausea

Serious

Serious side effects include severe bronchospasm

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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

Risk of severe bronchospasm; only trained professionals should conduct testing.
Do not use in patients with clinically apparent asthma or very low lung function.

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