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Suxamethonium Chloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: SUXAMETHONIUM CHLORIDE
Strength: 500 mg/10ml | Form: Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 130.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Suxamethonium Chloride

Class: Neuromuscular blocking agent (depolarizing muscle relaxant). Use: Induction of muscle relaxation and paralysis during surgery or mechanical ventilation. Adult dose: 0.6 mg/kg IV as a single dose; may repeat if necessary. Pediatric dose: 1-2 mg/kg IV; dose may vary based on clinical situation and patient response. Side effects: Muscle fasciculations, hyperkalemia, bradycardia, malignant hyperthermia, prolonged apnea, increased intraocular pressure. Contraindications: Personal or

Drug Class

Neuromuscular blocking agent (depolarizing muscle relaxant).

Uses & Indications

Induction of muscle relaxation and paralysis during surgery or mechanical ventilation.

Storage Requirements

Store below 25°C

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Lab Renaudin, FRANCE

Package Size

1 Ampoule /10ml x 10

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 130.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

0.6 mg/kg IV as a single dose; may repeat if necessary.

Pediatric Dose

1-2 mg/kg IV; dose may vary based on clinical situation and patient response.

Side Effects

Muscle fasciculations, hyperkalemia, bradycardia, malignant hyperthermia, prolonged apnea, increased intraocular pressure.

Contraindications & Precautions

Personal or family history of malignant hyperthermia, known hypersensitivity, major trauma or burns, neuromuscular disorders, hyperkalemia.

Important Warnings

Not available

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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