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Suxamethonium Chloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: LYSTHENON
Strength: 100 mg/2ml | Form: Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 75.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Suxamethonium Chloride

Class: | Neuromuscular blocker (depolarizing agent) Use: | Induction of neuromuscular blockade for intubation and surgical procedures Adult dose: | 0.6 to 1.5 mg/kg IV, administered as a single dose; may be repeated as necessary Pediatric dose: | 1 to 2 mg/kg IV for infants and children; may be adjusted based on clinical response Side effects: | Muscle fasciculations, postoperative muscle pain, bradycardia, increased intraocular pressure, hyperkalemia Contraindications: | Known hyperse

Drug Class

Neuromuscular blocker (depolarizing agent)

Uses & Indications

Induction of neuromuscular blockade for intubation and surgical procedures

Storage Requirements

Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Takeda GmbH, GERMANY

Package Size

2ml Ampoule x 5

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 75.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

0.6 to 1.5 mg/kg IV, administered as a single dose; may be repeated as necessary

Pediatric Dose

1 to 2 mg/kg IV for infants and children; may be adjusted based on clinical response

Side Effects

Muscle fasciculations, postoperative muscle pain, bradycardia, increased intraocular pressure, hyperkalemia

Contraindications & Precautions

Known hypersensitivity to suxamethonium, personal or family history of malignant hyperthermia, conditions causing severe hyperkalemia, myopathies associated with elevated creatine kinase

Important Warnings

Risk of malignant hyperthermia; monitor for respiratory depression; caution in patients with neuromuscular disorders, electrolyte imbalances, or cardiovascular disease; may cause prolonged neuromuscular block in certain populations (e.g., those with pseudocholinesterase deficiency)

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Suxamethonium Chloride available in UAE pharmacies:

ANECTINE (MIDARINE) 50 mg/ml Solution For Injection ANECTINE (MIDARINE) 50 mg/ml Solution For Injection LYSTHENON 100 mg Solution For Injection LYSTHENON 100 mg/2ml Solution For Injection MIDARINE 50 mg/ml Solution For Injection SUXAMETHONIUM AGUETTANT 10 mg Solution For Injection SUXAMETHONIUM AGUETTANT 10 mg Solution For Injection SUXAMETHONIUM CHLORIDE 100 mg Solution For Injection SUXAMETHONIUM CHLORIDE 100 mg/2ml Solution For Injection SUXAMETHONIUM CHLORIDE 100 mg/2ml Solution For Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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