Vecuronium Bromide
Chemical Structure
Overview
Vecuronium bromide, is a medication used as part of general anesthesia to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation. It is also used to help with endotracheal intubation. However, agents such as suxamethonium (succinylcholine) or rocuronium are generally preferred if this needs to be done quickly.It is given by injection into a vein. Effects are greatest at about 4 minutes and last for up to an hour.
Key Features
- Molecular Formula C34H57BrN2O4
- Therapeutic Category aminosteroid neuromuscular-blocker
- Dose Form Injectable
Use In
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Anesthesia
It is indicated as an adjunct to general anesthesia, to facilitate endotracheal intubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.
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