D-mannose
Scientific names: D-Mannose
Alternate names: Carubinose, D-Manosa, Mannose, Seminose
Actions: Urinary tract
Background
D-mannose is a kind of sugar that is related to glucose. It's found in many fruits, and also occurs naturally in the human body.
D-mannose might help treat a deficiency caused by a genetic defect. D-mannose might also prevent certain kinds of bacteria from sticking to the walls of the urinary tract and causing infection.
D-mannose is used for an inherited disorder called carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome type 1b. It is also used for UTIs, but there is no good scientific evidence to support this use.
D-mannose might help treat a deficiency caused by a genetic defect. D-mannose might also prevent certain kinds of bacteria from sticking to the walls of the urinary tract and causing infection.
D-mannose is used for an inherited disorder called carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome type 1b. It is also used for UTIs, but there is no good scientific evidence to support this use.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: D-mannose is possibly safe for most adults when taken for up to 6 months. It can cause diarrhea and nausea. There isn't enough reliable information to know if d-mannose is safe or what the side effects might be when taken for more than 6 months.
Children: D-mannose is possibly safe when taken by mouth in children with an inherited disorder called carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome type 1b. It can cause diarrhea, loose stools, bloating, and nausea in these children. There isn't enough reliable information to know if d-mannose is safe to use in children who do not have this condition.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if d-mannose is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Children: D-mannose is possibly safe when taken by mouth in children with an inherited disorder called carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome type 1b. It can cause diarrhea, loose stools, bloating, and nausea in these children. There isn't enough reliable information to know if d-mannose is safe to use in children who do not have this condition.
Effectiveness
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Likely effective Effectiveness definitions
- An inherited disorder called carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome type 1b. Taking d-mannose by mouth can improve digestive problems, low blood sugar, and blood clotting disorders in people with this condition. It's not clear if it helps prevent liver problems.
Dosing & administration
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of d-mannose might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if D-Mannose interacts with any medicines. Before taking D-Mannose, talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
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