Alcuronium Chloride
Alcuronium Chloride is a non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent used as an adjunct to general anesthesia. It temporarily paralysis skeletal muscles by blocking acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction, facilitating surgical procedures and intubation. This medication is typically administered in hospital settings by trained anesthesiologists.
A neuromuscular blocking agent used during surgery to provide muscle relaxation and facilitate intubation.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 66852
- Generic
- Alcuronium Chloride
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used during surgical procedures requiring muscle relaxation, including abdominal surgery, orthopedic procedures, and endotracheal intubation. Also employed in intensive care settings for mechanically ventilated patients requiring sedation and paralysis.
Acts as a competitive antagonist at nicotinic acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction, blocking the binding of acetylcholine and preventing muscle contraction. Effects are reversible with anticholinesterase agents like neostigmine.
Requires adequate ventilatory support as respiratory paralysis occurs. May cause histamine release leading to hypotension or bronchospasm. Should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis, renal impairment, or cardiovascular disease. Must be administered only by professionals trained in airway management.
Official drug label
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