TROYCURIUM 2.5ML INJECTION

TROYCURIUM 2.5ML INJECTIONis given as a supplement to general anaesthesia. It is administered as an injection by trained hands. It helps to facilitate endotracheal intubation and provides muscle relaxation of the skeleton mainly during surgical procedures and also during mechanical ventilation.

Before using this medication you should notify your doctor if you are allergic to any ingredient contained within this medication, you are allergic to any food or medicine or substance, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs or herbal products or dietary supplements.

You should also inform your doctor if you have any specific health condition, you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby.

The dosage for this medication should be ideally prescribed by the doctor based on your age, overall medical history, and current condition. The usual adult dose is 0.4 - 0.5 mg given as an intravenous bolus injection.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

• Bronchospasm

• Skin Flushing

• Increased Heart Rate

• Urticaria

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine is initiated within 2 minutes after its administration.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medication will remain active for about 30 minutes.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

This medication acts as a short-acting non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent, that works as a supplement to anesthesia. It combines with the cholinergic receptor sites on the motor end-plate, thereby antagonizing the neurotransmitter action of acetylcholine.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medicine interacts with the following medicine which includes antibiotics (aminoglycosides, polymyxins, spectinomycin, tetracyclines), anti-arrhythmic drugs (propranolol, calcium channel blockers), diuretics (furosemide and possibly mannitol), magnesium sulfate, ketamine, and lithium salts.

• Ques : What is TROYCURIUM 2.5ML INJECTION?

  Ans : This medication is administered as an injection by trained hands. It is given as a supplementary to general anaesthesia.

• Ques : How long do I need to use TROYCURIUM 2.5ML INJECTION before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use TROYCURIUM 2.5ML INJECTION?

  Ans : The usual adult dose is 0.4-0.5 mg given as an intravenous bolus injection.

• Ques : Should I use TROYCURIUM 2.5ML INJECTION empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of TROYCURIUM 2.5ML INJECTION?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/rn/64228-79-1

• Atracurium- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2017 [Cited 17 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB13295

• Tracrium Injection- EMC [Internet] medicines.org.uk. 2017 [Cited 17 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/951/smpc