Vecuronium (Vecuronium Bromide) - Summary

VECURONIUM SUMMARY

VECURONIUM BROMIDE FOR INJECTION

Vecuronium Bromide for Injection is a nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent ofintermediate duration, chemically designated as 1-(3α,17β-Dihydroxy-2β-piperidino-5α-androstan-16β,5α-yl)-1-methylpiperidinium bromide, diacetate.

Vecuronium bromide is indicated as an adjunct to general anesthesia, to facilitate endotrachealintubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.

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VECURONIUM NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Media Articles Related to Vecuronium

Anesthesia Type Won't Influence Neck Artery Surgery Outcomes (HealthDay)
Source: Y! Health Cold & Flu News [2008.11.26]

Spinal Anesthesia Doesn't Cause Restless Leg Syndrome
Source: MedicineNet Allergy Specialty [2008.11.20]

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Source: Rehabilitation / Physical Therapy News From Medical News Today [2008.11.09]

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Published Studies Related to Vecuronium

Effects of olprinone on neuromuscular blockade caused by vecuronium. [2007.12]

Epidurally administered mepivacaine delays recovery of train-of-four ratio from vecuronium-induced neuromuscular block. [2007.11]

Comparisons of the dose-response and recovery time course of vecuronium and atracurium in anesthetized chinese adult patients. [2007.03]

Effective Reversal of Moderate Rocuronium- or Vecuronium-induced Neuromuscular Block with Sugammadex, a Selective Relaxant Binding Agent. [2007.02]

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Clinical Trials Related to Vecuronium

Comparison of Sugammadex With Neostigmine Administered at 1-2 PTCs After Administration of Rocuronium or Vecuronium [Completed]

Comparison of Org 25969 With Neostigmine as Reversal Agents for Rocuronium or Vecuronium at Reappearance of T2 [Completed]

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