Rocunium 50mg Injection (Rocuronium 50mg)

Description

Rocunium 50 mg Injection is a muscle relaxant used during procedures such as an endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation. It should be administered only by a qualified healthcare professional. Close monitoring of lung function is necessary during treatment with this medicine.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Rocunium 50 mg Injection
Muscle weakness
Difficulty in breathing
Irregular heartbeat
Swelling at the injection site
Chest tightness
Hiccups
Pruritus
Nausea

Uses of Rocunium 50 mg Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Anesthesia
Rocunium 50 mg Injection is used along with general anesthesia to reduce the pain during endotracheal intubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.

Related Products

List of related products
Rocunium 100 mg Injection

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to rocuronium or other neuromuscular blocking agents.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Burns
Patients with burns may require a higher dose of this medicine for an optimal effect.
Electrolyte imbalance
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with electrolyte imbalance due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of electrolytes levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine.
Histamine release
Rocunium 50 mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with allergies and asthma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Malignant hyperthermia
Rocunium 50 mg Injection should be used with extreme caution in patients with malignant hyperthermia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Paresis
Patients with paresis may require a higher dose of this medicine for an optimal effect.
QT interval prolongation
The combined use of this medicine with other general anesthetic agents may prolong QT interval in pediatric patients. Appropriate dose adjustments and close monitoring of heart and lung function are recommended during treatment with this medicine.
Resistance
Patients with burns, muscle trauma, severe acid-base and/or electrolyte abnormalities may develop resistance to this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since this medicine is administered before surgery by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

General Instructions
This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines including herbs and supplements as well as all your medical conditions before receiving this medicine.