rocuronium bromide (zemuron) Flashcards
1
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name (trade)
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zemuron
2
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class
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neuromuscular blocker (non depolizing)
3
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description
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anesthesia adjunct
4
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mechanism of action
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causes skeletal muscle relaxation and paralysis by competing for cholinergic receptors at the motor end plate
5
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onset
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less than 1 min
6
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duration
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14-18 min
7
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indications
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adjunct to anesthesia to facilitate RSI and routine tracheal intubation
8
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contraindications
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hypersensitivity
9
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side effects
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none
10
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drug interactions
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many
11
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supplied
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ampule, multidose, vial
12
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dose
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IV: 0.6-1.2 mg/kg over 5-15 seconds, repeat as needed
infusion drip: 0.01-0.012 mg/kg/min
13
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special considerations
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must be able to manage airway
antidote: neostigmine
