What are neuromuscular blocking drugs?
Neuromuscular blocking drugs stop the muscles from working for a short period of time. They relax the skeletal muscles during surgery or other procedures that call for general anesthesia. They also can be used when a patient must have a tube put into the throat to help with breathing (intubation). All of the drugs are given as a clear liquid into the vein (IV).
- Atracurium (Tracrium®)
- Mivacurium (Mivacron®)
- Pancuronium (Pavulon®)
- Rocuronium (Zemuron®)
- Succinylcholine (Anectine®)
- Vecuronium (Norcuron®)
Possible side effects of neuromuscular blocking drugs
- Flushing, rash
- Low blood pressure
- Increased heart rate
- Feeling dizzy
- Muscle spasms
- Burning and pain at injection site
- Hiccups
- Trouble breathing
- Muscle weakness
These are the most common side effects, but there may be others. Please report all side effects to the doctor or nurse. A doctor will carefully supervise the giving of these drugs.
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