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ARTACIL 50MG INJECTION
NEON LABORATORIES
1 VIAL (5 ML)
*This medicine require prescription*
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Uses
Mechanism of Action
Dosage
Side Effects
Warnings/Precautions
Atracurium is used to relax muscles during surgery along with general anesthesia It is also used in intensive care to facilitate tracheal intubation (tube into the windpipe), and controlled ventilation
Mechanism of Action
Atracurium belongs to a class of medications called nondepolarizing (competitive) neuromuscular blockers. It interferes with the action of chemical substance (acetylcholine) in the body and cause skeletal muscle relaxation
Dosage
The initial recommended dose is 0.4 to 0.5 mg/kg, given as an intravenous bolus injection
Side Effects
Skin flush erythema pruritus urticaria wheezing increased bronchial secretions bronchospasm cyanosis angioedema Anaphylaxis
Warnings/Precautions
Patient must be ensured with adequate ventilation Do not administer this medication into the muscle directly
Question and Answers
Question:
Is atracurium an aminosteroid?
Answer:
Atracurium is not an aminosteroid. It is a benzylisoQuinolines (muscle relaxant)
Question:
Why does atracurium cause hypotension? Why does atracurium cause histamine release?
Answer:
Atracurium causes hypotension (low blood pressure) due to release of histamine. It acts on blood cells called basophils or mast cells which release histamine
Question:
How long does atracurium take to work? How long does atracurium last?
Answer:
Atracurium takes about 2-4 min to work and lasts for about 20-35 minutes