Succinyl Choline Chloride

Information about Succinyl Choline Chloride

Succinyl choline chloride uses

Succinyl Choline Chloride is used for skeletal mucle relaxation during surgery.

How succinyl choline chloride works

Succinyl Choline Chloride relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.

Common side effects of succinyl choline chloride

Skin rash, Increased saliva production, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), High blood pressure

Available Medicine for Succinyl Choline Chloride

Expert advice for Succinyl Choline Chloride

  • Succinyl Choline Chloride is given as an injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor.
  • It makes you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive until you know how Succinyl Choline Chloride affects you.
  • Your doctor will monitor your blood pressure regularly as the medicine may lead to high blood pressure.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience skin rash, swelling of face or lips and difficulty breathing.


Content on this page was last updated on 26 March, 2020, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)