Atracurium Besilate Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Atracurium (NA) |
| Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
| Chemical Class | Isoquinoline Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | Skeletal muscle relaxant- Peripherally acting |
| User Rating | 5.0 |
| User Reviews | 501 |
FAQ
How long does Atracurium Besilate take to work?
How long does Atracurium Besilate last?Atracurium Besilate takes about 2-4 min to work and lasts for about 20-35 minutes.
Why does Atracurium Besilate cause histamine release?
It acts on blood cells called basophils or mast cells which release histamine.
Why does Atracurium Besilate cause hypotension?
Atracurium Besilate causes hypotension (low blood pressure) due to release of histamine.
Is Atracurium Besilate an aminosteroid?
Atracurium Besilate is not an aminosteroid. It is a benzylisoquinolines (muscle relaxant)
Atracurium Besilate Injection Reviews
Atracurium Besilate belongs to a group of medicines called muscle relaxants. It is used along with general anesthesia or sedatives to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgical procedures. It is also used to facilitate emergency airway management in patients in intensive care.
Atracurium Besilate is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms.
The most common side effects of this medicine include skin flush, skin redness, and itching. It may also cause pain, redness, and swelling at the site of injection. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Atracurium Besilate is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms.
The most common side effects of this medicine include skin flush, skin redness, and itching. It may also cause pain, redness, and swelling at the site of injection. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
How Atracurium Besilate Injection Works
Atracurium Besilate relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.
How to Use Atracurium Besilate Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Atracurium Besilate Injection
- In Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery: Atracurium Besilate is used to relax muscles during anesthesia and surgical procedures. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for rigidity, inflammation or swelling. It effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement.It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Uses of Atracurium Besilate Injection
- Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery
Atracurium Besilate Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Atracurium Besilate is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Atracurium Besilate is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Atracurium Besilate is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Atracurium Besilate is recommended.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Atracurium Besilate is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Atracurium Besilate is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Atracurium Besilate. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Atracurium Besilate may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Atracurium Besilate is given as an injection by the healthcare professional.
- It is advisable to avoid driving or machinery work for a period of 24 hours after taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- You may get pain, itching, redness or discomfort at the site of the injection. Inform your doctor if it does not go away or bothers you.
References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 107-108.
- Sciencedirect. Atracurium.
- Drugs.com. Atracurium.