Is succinylcholine commonly used?
Is succinylcholine commonly used?
The dose of succinylcholine administered by infusion depends upon the duration of the surgical procedure and the need for muscle relaxation. The average rate for an adult ranges between 2.5 and 4.3 mg per minute. Solutions containing from 1 to 2 mg per mL succinylcholine have commonly been used for continuous infusion.
What are the effects of succinylcholine chloride on the human body?
The following additional adverse reactions have been reported: cardiac arrest, malignant hyperthermia, arrhythmias, bradycardia, tachycardia, hypertension, hypotension, hyperkalemia, prolonged respiratory depression or apnea, increased intraocular pressure, muscle fasciculation, jaw rigidity, postoperative muscle pain.
Why succinylcholine is used in intubation?
Succinylcholine dose of 0.45 mg/kg provides an optimal intubation condition in ASA III & IV emergency non-prepared patients. Duration of action of succinylcholine is dose dependent; reducing the dose allows a more rapid return of spontaneous respiration and airway reflexes.
When was succinylcholine first used?
Succinylcholine, a depolarizing neuromuscular blocker, was introduced into clinical practice in 1953. It was associated with hyperkalemia and malignant hyperthermia. These potential side effects were not known to the manufacturer when the drug was introduced.
What are the uses of succinylcholine?
Succinylcholine is a skeletal muscle relaxant for intravenous (IV) administration indicated as an adjunct to general anesthesia, to facilitate tracheal intubation, and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.
What is Quelicin used for?
Quelicin (succinylcholine chloride) Injection is a short-acting depolarizing skeletal muscle relaxant used as an adjunct to general anesthesia to facilitate tracheal intubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.
What is Pavulon used for?
Pavulon (pancuronium bromide) Injection is a neuromuscular blocking agent used to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during tracheal intubation and surgery. Pavulon is available in generic form.
Why is succinylcholine used?
What’s atropine used for?
Atropine is used to help reduce saliva, mucus, or other secretions in your airway during a surgery. Atropine is sometimes used as an antidote to treat certain types of poisoning. Atropine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
