atcurium 25mg injection
What is atcurium 25mg injection used for?
Atracurium Besilate Injection (Atracurium besilate) is used to treat PAIN ANALGESICS. It contains Atracurium (25mg/2.5ml), which Competitive antagonist at nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Atracurium besilate
- Manufacturer: Chandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ atcurium 25mg injection Uses & Benefits
Adjunct to general anesthesia for skeletal muscle relaxation; facilitation of endotracheal intubation; mechanical ventilation
Off-label uses: Status epilepticus (rarely used)
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Atracurium besilate |
| Brand Name | Atracurium Besilate Injection |
| Manufacturer | Chandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | Skeletal muscle relaxant- Peripherally acting |
| Route of Administration | Intravenous (IV) |
| Storage | Refrigerate at 2-8ยฐC; protect from light; do not freeze |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Competitive antagonist at nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take atcurium 25mg injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of atcurium 25mg injection
โ Common Side Effects
- Hypotension
- Flushing
- Bradycardia
- Skin rash
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Bronchospasm
- Prolonged neuromuscular blockade
- Respiratory depression
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Myopathy
- Histamine release reactions
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Aminoglycosides
- Polymyxins
- Magnesium sulfate
- Lithium
- Quinidine
- Procainamide
โก Moderate Interactions
- Inhalational anesthetics
- Succinylcholine
- Calcium channel blockers
- Diuretics
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Corticosteroids
- Phenytoin
- Carbamazepine
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No specific interaction
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to atracurium or bisbenzylisoquinolinium compounds
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Neuromuscular function (train-of-four monitoring); vital signs; respiratory status
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Unknown; use with caution
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; neostigmine or other anticholinesterases with atropine to reverse blockade; mechanical ventilation if needed
โฐ Missed Dose
Not applicable (administered by healthcare professional)
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
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Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.