Atcurium 25mg Injection

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Composition FOR Atcurium 25mg/2.5ml Injection

Atracurium(25mg/2.5ml)

food interaction for Atcurium Injection

alcohol interaction for Atcurium Injection

pregnancy interaction for Atcurium Injection

lactation interaction for Atcurium Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Atcurium 25mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Atcurium 25mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Atcurium 25mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Atcurium 25mg/2.5ml Injection

Atracurium(25mg/2.5ml)

Atcurium injection uses

{med_name} is used for Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery.

How atcurium injection works

Atcurium 25mg Injection relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.

Common side effects of atcurium injection

Itching, Skin rash, Erythema (skin redness), Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

SUBSTITUTES FOR Atcurium Injection

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Atcurium Injection

  • Atracurium is given as an injection by the healthcare professional. 
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 
  • You may get pain, itching, redness or discomfort at the site of the injection. Inform your doctor if it does not go away or bothers you. 
  • It is advisable to avoid driving or machinery work for a period of 24 hours after taking this medicine.

Frequently asked questions FOR Atcurium 25mg/2.5ml Injection

Atracurium

Q. Is Atcurium 25mg Injection an aminosteroid?
Atcurium 25mg Injection is not an aminosteroid. It is a benzylisoquinolines (muscle relaxant)
Q. Why does Atcurium 25mg Injection cause hypotension?
Atcurium 25mg Injection causes hypotension (low blood pressure) due to release of histamine.
Q. Why does Atcurium 25mg Injection cause histamine release?
It acts on blood cells called basophils or mast cells which release histamine.
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Q. How long does Atcurium 25mg Injection take to work?
How long does Atcurium 25mg Injection last?Atcurium 25mg Injection takes about 2-4 min to work and lasts for about 20-35 minutes.

Content on this page was last updated on 12 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)