Cisatracurium
- Generic Name
- Cisatracurium
- Brand Names
- Nimbex
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C53H72N2O12
- CAS Number
- 96946-41-7
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- QX62KLI41N
- Background
Cisatracurium is a non-depolarising neuromuscular blocking agent of the benzylisoquinolinium class, available in its salt form, cisatracurium besylate. Cisatracurium has an intermediate duration of action and is one of the most commonly used neuromuscular blocking agents in intensive care.. Cisatracurium acts on cholinergic receptors, blocking neuromuscular ...
- Indication
Cisatracurium is indicated as an adjunct to general anesthesia to facilitate tracheal intubation in adults and pediatric patients 1 month to 12 years of age. Cisatracurium is also indicated to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery in adults and pediatric patients 2 to 12 years of age as a bolus or infusion maintenance and for mechanical ventilati...
- Associated Conditions
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- Associated Therapies
- General Anesthesia, Skeletal muscle relaxation for mechanical ventilation, Smooth muscle relaxation prior to radiological procedures therapy
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