Vecuronium

Question 1

Vecuronium Trade Name

Answer 1

Norcuron

Question 2

Vecuronium Classfication

Answer 2

non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocker

Question 3

Vecuronium Mechanism

Answer 3

Binds competively to cholinergic receptors at the motor end plate to antagonize the action of acetylcholine producing skeletal muscle paralysis without e?ecting consciousness

Question 4

Vecuronium Indications

Answer 4

-Paralysis for RSI
-Continuous Paralysis for mechanically ventilated patient

Question 5

Vecuronium Contraindications

Answer 5

-hypersensitivity
-hepatic or renal disease

Question 6

Vecuronium Side Effects/Precautions

Answer 6

-brochspasm
-hypotension

Question 7

Vecuronium Adult Dose

Answer 7

0.1mg/kg

Question 8

Vecuronium Pediatric Dose

Answer 8

0.1mg/kg

Question 9

Vecuronium Onset of Action

Answer 9

3-5 minutes

Question 10

Vecuronium Duration of Action

Answer 10

20-35 minutes

Question 11

Vecuronium Max Dose Adult/Pediatric

Answer 11

none noted in CT protocol or other researched locations

Question 12

Vecuronium Routes of Administration

Answer 12

IV/IO

Question 13

Vecuronium How Supplied

Answer 13

10mg & 20mg vials reconstitution