Anaesthetic agents Flashcards
1
Q
Suxamethonium
- Class
- MoA
- Indications
- Contraindications
- Side effects
A
Class:
Depolarising neuromuscular blcoking agent
MoA:
Binds to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors resulting in persistent depolarization of the motor end plate
Indications:
Muscle relaxant of choice for rapid sequence induction
Contraindications:
Penetrating eye injuries or acute narrow glaucoma
Side effects:
Malignant hyperthermia, hyperkalemia, fasiculations
