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CISATRACURIUM BESYLATE

FDA-approved approved Small molecule Quality 60/100

Cisatracurium besylate blocks neuromuscular transmission by competitively binding to cholinergic receptors and antagonizing acetylcholine.

Cisatracurium besylate is a marketed neuromuscular blocking agent primarily used for facilitating tracheal intubation. Its key strength lies in its mechanism of action, which effectively blocks neuromuscular transmission by competitively binding to cholinergic receptors and antagonizing acetylcholine. The primary risk is the key composition patent expiry in 2028, which could lead to increased competition from generic versions.

At a glance

Generic nameCISATRACURIUM BESYLATE
Targetcholinergic receptors
ModalitySmall molecule
PhaseFDA-approved
First approval1995

Mechanism of action

Cisatracurium besylate works by binding to cholinergic receptors at the motor end-plate, which prevents acetylcholine from binding and transmitting signals between nerves and muscles. This results in muscle relaxation. The effect can be reversed by drugs like neostigmine, which inhibit acetylcholinesterase.

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FDA labelMechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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