Pavulon 2mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Organon (India) Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Pancuronium (2mg) |
| Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
| Chemical Class | Steroid Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | Skeletal muscle relaxant- Peripherally acting |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 305 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Pavulon Injection?
If you miss a dose of Pavulon 2mg, consult your doctor.
Pavulon 2mg Injection Reviews
Pavulon 2mg 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.
Pavulon 2mg 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 medicine is generally well-tolerated with little or no side effects. However, it may cause injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling), rash, and allergic reactions in some people. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, 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.
Pavulon 2mg 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 medicine is generally well-tolerated with little or no side effects. However, it may cause injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling), rash, and allergic reactions in some people. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, 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 Pavulon 2mg Injection Works
Pavulon 2mg relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.
How to Use Pavulon 2mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Pavulon 2mg Injection
- In Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery: Pavulon 2mg 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 Pavulon 2mg Injection
- Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery
Pavulon 2mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
CAUTION
Pavulon 2mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pavulon 2mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pavulon 2mg. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pavulon 2mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pavulon 2mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pavulon 2mg 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 Pavulon 2mg is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pavulon 2mg 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
- To attain the maximum benefit of the medicine, it is recommended to avoid driving for at least 24 hours.
- Inform your doctor if you experience a skin rash, swelling of hands, face and difficulty breathing.
- Pavulon 2mg is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
References
- Sciencedirect. Pancuronium.
- 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. 1052-54.
- Pancuronium.