Succinylcholine PDF
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This document provides information about succinylcholine, a depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent. It details the mechanism of action, indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosages, and special considerations related to this drug. The document is suitable for medical professionals and students.
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GENERIC NAME succinylcholine TRADE, BRAND, OR PROPRIETARY NAME Anectine® CLASSES Depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent Paralytic STANDARD SUPPLY Vial MECHANISM OF ACTION Inhibits neuromuscular transmission resulting in temporary paralysis INDICATION Induction of paralysis to facilitate rapid seq...
GENERIC NAME succinylcholine TRADE, BRAND, OR PROPRIETARY NAME Anectine® CLASSES Depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent Paralytic STANDARD SUPPLY Vial MECHANISM OF ACTION Inhibits neuromuscular transmission resulting in temporary paralysis INDICATION Induction of paralysis to facilitate rapid sequence intubation CONTRAINDICATION Known hypersensitivity to the drug ADVERSE REACTIONS/SIDE EFFECTS Respiratory depression Respiratory arrest Dysrhythmias ROUTES OF ADMINISTRATION IV IO ONSET OF ACTION 30 seconds to 1 minute ADULT DOSAGES 0.6 to 2.0 mg/kg May repeat the dosage once in 2 to 3 minutes PEDIATRIC DOSAGES 1.0 to 2.0 mg/kg May repeat the dosage once in 2 to 3 minutes SUCCINYLCHOLINE 1 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS The peak effect of the drug is 1 to 3 minutes The duration of the drug is 7 to 10 minutes SUCCINYLCHOLINE 2
