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Rocuronium Injectable Solution
Rocuronium is a non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent that competitively antagonizes acetylcholine at the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor on the motor endplate, causing muscle paralysis.
Rocuronium is a non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent that competitively antagonizes acetylcholine at the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor on the motor endplate, causing muscle paralysis. Used for Facilitation of endotracheal intubation during anesthesia induction, Maintenance of neuromuscular blockade during general anesthesia and mechanical ventilation.
At a glance
| Generic name | Rocuronium Injectable Solution |
|---|---|
| Also known as | rocuronium |
| Sponsor | Federal University of São Paulo |
| Drug class | Non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent |
| Target | Nicotinic acetylcholine receptor |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Anesthesia |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Rocuronium binds to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction, preventing acetylcholine from binding and triggering muscle contraction. This results in flaccid paralysis of skeletal muscles. The drug is used during anesthesia to facilitate intubation and maintain muscle relaxation during surgery.
Approved indications
- Facilitation of endotracheal intubation during anesthesia induction
- Maintenance of neuromuscular blockade during general anesthesia and mechanical ventilation
Common side effects
- Prolonged neuromuscular blockade
- Histamine release (flushing, hypotension, tachycardia)
- Anaphylaxis
- Bronchospasm
- Postoperative residual curarization
Key clinical trials
- Minimal Flow Anesthesia and Infection Risk (NA)
- Non-opioid Anesthesia Based on Thoracic Paravertebral Block During Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (NA)
- Continuous Versus Single-Shot Spinal Anesthesia for Orthopedic Surgery (NA)
- Effects Of Anaesthesia on Intraocular Pressure in Robotic Prostate Surgery (NA)
- Ultrasound Guided Erector Spinae Block vs Thoracolumbar Interfascial Plane Block (NA)
- Effects of Anesthesia Technique on Endothelial Function (NA)
- Effect of Remimazolam and Propofol on Hemodynamic Stability During Anesthesia Induction in OPCAB Patients (NA)
- Pharmacokinetics of Sufentanil After Epidural Administration
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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