atb 25mg/ml injection - Atracurium (25mg/ml) medicine

atb 25mg/ml injection

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๐Ÿญ Cachet Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 22, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is atb 25mg/ml injection used for?

Atracurium Besilate Injection (Atracurium besilate) is used to treat PAIN ANALGESICS. It contains Atracurium (25mg/ml), which Competitive antagonist at nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Atracurium besilate
  • Manufacturer: Cachet Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š atb 25mg/ml injection Uses & Benefits

Adjunct to general anesthesia for skeletal muscle relaxation; facilitation of endotracheal intubation; mechanical ventilation

Off-label uses: Status epilepticus (rarely used)

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Atracurium besilate
Brand NameAtracurium Besilate Injection
ManufacturerCachet Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS
Action ClassSkeletal muscle relaxant- Peripherally acting
Route of AdministrationIntravenous (IV)
StorageRefrigerate at 2-8ยฐC; protect from light; do not freeze
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionNot applicable (IV administration)
DistributionWidely distributed; crosses placenta minimally
Protein Binding82%
MetabolismHofmann elimination (non-enzymatic) and ester hydrolysis
Half-Life20 minutes
ExcretionRenal (10-40% unchanged) and biliary
Bioavailability100% (IV)
Onset of Action2-3 minutes
Peak Plasma TimeImmediately after IV bolus
Duration of Action20-35 minutes

How It Works

Competitive antagonist at nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction

Mechanism Steps

1Atracurium binds competitively to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at the motor end-plate
2Prevents acetylcholine from binding and depolarizing the muscle membrane
3Inhibits muscle contraction, resulting in skeletal muscle paralysis

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take atb 25mg/ml injection

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of atb 25mg/ml injection

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Hypotension
  • Flushing
  • Bradycardia
  • Skin rash

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Anaphylaxis
  • Bronchospasm
  • Prolonged neuromuscular blockade
  • Respiratory depression

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Myopathy
  • Histamine release reactions

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Aminoglycosides Major Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Polymyxins Major Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Magnesium sulfate Major Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Lithium Major Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Quinidine Major Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Procainamide Major Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Inhalational anesthetics Moderate Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Succinylcholine Moderate Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Calcium channel blockers Moderate Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Diuretics Moderate Electrolyte imbalance may potentiate blockade
Corticosteroids Minor Possible prolonged blockade
Phenytoin Minor Decreased duration of blockade
Carbamazepine Minor Decreased duration of blockade

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Aminoglycosides
  • Polymyxins
  • Magnesium sulfate
  • Lithium
  • Quinidine
  • Procainamide

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Inhalational anesthetics
  • Succinylcholine
  • Calcium channel blockers
  • Diuretics

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Corticosteroids
  • Phenytoin
  • Carbamazepine

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No specific interaction

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to atracurium or bisbenzylisoquinolinium compounds

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Neuromuscular function (train-of-four monitoring); vital signs; respiratory status

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Unknown; use with caution

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; neostigmine or other anticholinesterases with atropine to reverse blockade; mechanical ventilation if needed

โฐ Missed Dose

Not applicable (administered by healthcare professional)

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

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