Mivacurium

Generic Name
Mivacurium
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C58H80N2O14
CAS Number
133814-19-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
77D66S9Q93
Background

Mivacurium is a bisbenzylisoquinolinium based neuromuscular blocker or muscle relaxant. It binds competitively to cholinergic receptors on the motor end-plate to antagonize the action of acetylcholine, resulting in a block of neuromuscular transmission.

Indication

For inpatients and outpatients, as an adjunct to general anesthesia, to facilitate tracheal intubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.

Associated Conditions
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Associated Therapies
Curarization therapy, General Anesthesia, Neuromuscular blocking therapy, Facilitation of small bowel intubation therapy, Smooth muscle relaxation prior to radiological procedures therapy
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