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Cisatracurium (Nimbex) Flashcards

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Description

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Nicotinic NMJ blocker (non-depolarizing), reversible competitive inhibition, benzoisoquinolinium analogue

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Actions

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Antagonizes motor endplate acetylcholine receptors

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Indications

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Production of complete skeletal muscle relaxation (surgery, etc.) intubation

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Toxicity

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Respiratory failure, produces paralysis in fully conscious patients, tachycardia, hypertension, histamine release, ganglionic and muscarinic side effects

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Other facts

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Duration of action 30-60 minutes, neostigmine will reverse action

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