Atrabloc Injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is atrabloc injection used for?
Atrabloc Injection contains Atracurium, a neuromuscular blocking agent used to relax muscles during surgery or mechanical ventilation. It works by blocking nerve impulses at the neuromuscular junction, causing temporary paralysis of skeletal muscles. This helps doctors perform procedures safely.
- Generic Name: Atracurium besilate
- Manufacturer: Varenyam Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ atrabloc 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 | Varenyam Healthcare 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 atrabloc injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of atrabloc 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Halogenated Anesthetics | Major | Increased risk of neuromuscular blockade |
| Aminoglycosides | Moderate | Enhanced neuromuscular blockade |
| Succinylcholine | Moderate | Prolonged neuromuscular 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
๐ Substitutes for atrabloc injection
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Atracurium (10mg)):
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cisblok 10mg injectionAbbott โน395.00 22.1% COSTLIER
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cisartacil 10mg injectionNeon Laboratories Ltd โน450.00 39.1% COSTLIER
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atrabloc 10mg injectionVarenyam Healthcare Pvt Ltd โน648.00 100.3% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.