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Rocsur 50mg Injection

Manufacturer :  Gland Pharma Limited
Medicine Composition :  Rocuronium
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Rocsur 50mg Injection

Rocsur 50mg Injection is mostly used for the purpose of anaesthesia. The drug acts as a neuromuscular blocking, that is inhibiting the nerve impulses to the muscles that in turn temporarily paralyse the muscles. It is a major relaxant for the skeleton-muscular structure. This drug is injected during general anaesthesia for surgical procedure or for the purpose of mechanical ventilation. It is important to note that the drug may be administered to patients only in clinics, and by experienced medical professionals, after a thorough diagnosis of the medical history of the patient.

You must comprehensively discuss the risks and benefits of the drug if you are pregnant, about to conceive or already a breastfeeding mother. The drug should also be used with immense caution in elderly patients as they may be hypersensitive to the effects of the drug. You must make the doctor aware if you are allergic to any substance, drug or food item. Rocsur 50mg Injection must be used with caution especially if you have a history of kidney or liver problems or electrolyte imbalance in the blood.

Some side effects may be adverse, such as a severe outbreak of rashes and hives on the skin, swelling of the tongue or lips, difficulty in breathing or irregular heartbeat.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Rocsur 50mg Injection ?

    • Nausea

    • Apnea (Absence Of Breathing)

    • Ecg Changes

    • Hiccup

    • Hypersensitivity Reaction

    • Increased Blood Pressure

    • Decreased Blood Pressure

    • Injection Site Reaction

    • Muscle Weakness

    • Tachycardia

    • Wheezing

    • Itching

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Rocsur 50mg Injection

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Esmeron 50mg injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Rocsur 50mg Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Rocsur 50mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    Rocsur 50mg Injection works by aggressively binding to nicotinic cholinergic receptors. Therefore, depolarization in inhibited, calcium ions are not generated and muscles are not contracted. Evidence shows that this drug might also work by impeding with sodium and potassium alteration which is responsible for muscle contraction.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Anesthesiologist before using this medicine.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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