Vecuronium
Information about Vecuronium
Vecuronium uses
Vecuronium is used for skeletal mucle relaxation during surgery.
How vecuronium works
Vecuronium relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.
Common side effects of vecuronium
Muscle weakness, Erythema (skin redness), Muscle paralysis, Muscle atrophy, Bronchospasm, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Tachycardia, Urticaria
Available Medicine for Vecuronium
Expert advice for Vecuronium
- Vecuronium is given as an injection by healthcare professionals only.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Vecuronium affects you.
- You will be monitored continuously during the treatment to check the effect of the medicine.
- You will be given artificial ventilation until you are able to breathe on your own.
Frequently asked questions for Vecuronium
Vecuronium
Q. Is Vecuronium/Vecuronium bromide a controlled substance?
No, Vecuronium is not a controlled substance
Q. Is Vecuronium a sedative?
Vecuronium is a muscle relaxant and not a sedative. However it can be used as additional agent to anesthesia or sedation
Q. Why is Vecuronium used with anesthesia?
Vecuronium is used with anesthesia to make easy placement of flexible plastic tube into the trachea (tracheal intubation) and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery