Cisatracurium Besylate
Generic Name: cisatracurium besylate
Brand Names:
Cisatracurium Besylate
Cisatracurium besylate is a nondepolarizing skeletal neuromuscular blocker with intermediate onset and duration, used as an adjunct to general anesthesia to facilitate tracheal intubation and provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery and mechanical ventilation.
Overview
Cisatracurium besylate is a nondepolarizing skeletal neuromuscular blocker with intermediate onset and duration, used as an adjunct to general anesthesia to facilitate tracheal intubation and provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery and mechanical ventilation.
Uses
Adjunct to general anesthesia to facilitate tracheal intubation in adults and pediatric patients 1 month to 12 years of age. Provides skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery and mechanical ventilation in ICU settings.
Dosage
Initial bolus doses of 0.15 to 0.2 mg/kg for adults with specific guidance for pediatric, geriatric, and special populations. Continuous infusion rates range from 1 to 2 mcg/kg/minute for maintenance. Requires careful dosing based on patient population.
Side Effects
Most common adverse effects include bradycardia, hypotension, flushing, bronchospasm, and rash, occurring at rates below 0.4%.
Interactions
Certain medications potentiate effects, including inhalational anesthetics, antibiotics, and magnesium salts. Phenytoin and carbamazepine may reduce efficacy.
Warnings
Risks include residual paralysis, benzyl alcohol toxicity in infants, seizure potential from metabolites, hypersensitivity reactions, medication errors, and inadequate anesthesia complications. Contraindicated in hypersensitivity to cisatracurium. 10 mL multiple-dose vials contraindicated for pediatric patients under 1 month due to benzyl alcohol.
Pregnancy
Animal studies showed no evidence of fetal harm at 0.8 times human exposure. No clinical trial data available on cisatracurium use in pregnancy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisatracurium Besylate used for?▼
Adjunct to general anesthesia to facilitate tracheal intubation in adults and pediatric patients 1 month to 12 years of age. Provides skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery and mechanical ventilation in ICU settings.
What are the side effects of Cisatracurium Besylate?▼
Most common adverse effects include bradycardia, hypotension, flushing, bronchospasm, and rash, occurring at rates below 0.4%.
Can I take Cisatracurium Besylate during pregnancy?▼
Animal studies showed no evidence of fetal harm at 0.8 times human exposure. No clinical trial data available on cisatracurium use in pregnancy.
What are the important warnings for Cisatracurium Besylate?▼
Risks include residual paralysis, benzyl alcohol toxicity in infants, seizure potential from metabolites, hypersensitivity reactions, medication errors, and inadequate anesthesia complications. Contraindicated in hypersensitivity to cisatracurium. 10 mL multiple-dose vials contraindicated for pediatric patients under 1 month due to benzyl alcohol.
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Medical Disclaimer
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