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Relaxton is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Atracurium works by competing with acetylcholine, the body's chemical messenger, for the cholinergic receptor sites on the motor end-plate. Because it sits on those receptors, acetylcholine can't act there. This effect can be blocked, and the neuromuscular block reversed, by acetylcholinesterase inhibitors such as neostigmine, edrophonium and pyridostigmine.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
For adults and children over 1 month old, Atracurium Besilate is started as an IV bolus of 300 to 600 mcg/kg. After that, give further doses of 100 to 200 mcg/kg by IV every 15 to 25 min, or give 5 to 10 mcg/kg/min by infusion if the procedure is a long one. Patients on controlled ventilation in intensive care may be given a higher infusion rate.
Side Effects
Side-effect information is not available for this brand yet.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Take care with Atracurium Besilate in patients with CV disease, burn injury or asthma. The same goes for pregnancy and lactation. Some conditions may work against the neuromuscular blockade, for example respiratory alkalosis, hypercalcaemia, demyelinating lesions, peripheral neuropathies, denervation and muscle trauma. Other conditions may increase the effect of the blockade. These include electrolyte abnormalities, neuromuscular diseases, metabolic acidosis, respiratory acidosis, Eaton-Lambert syndrome and myasthenia gravis.
Contraindications
Atracurium shouldn't be given to anyone who is known to be hypersensitive to atracurium, cisatracurium or benzenesulfonic acid. Like all the other neuromuscular blocking agents, atracurium besilate paralyses the respiratory muscles as well as the other skeletal muscles, but it has no effect on consciousness.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Atracurium besylate falls under Pregnancy Category C. In rabbits, it was shown to be potentially teratogenic at doses up to approximately one-half the human dose. No adequate and well-controlled studies have been done in pregnant women, so the effect on a human baby is not established. Atracurium should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Overdose
An atracurium besilate overdose can cause histamine release and CV effects, especially hypotension.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Keep Atracurium Besilate at 2-8° C. Don't freeze it.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Relaxton 25 mg/2.5 ml
What is Relaxton 25 mg/2.5 ml IV Injection?
Relaxton 25 mg/2.5 ml IV Injection is a medicine that contains Atracurium Besilate. It is made by Techno Drugs Ltd., Satipara, Narshingdi. It belongs to the Non depolarizing muscle relaxants group of medicines.
What is Relaxton used for?
Relaxton is used for: Muscle Spasm.
Can I take Relaxton during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Atracurium besylate falls under Pregnancy Category C. In rabbits, it was shown to be potentially teratogenic at doses up to approximately one-half the human dose. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much Relaxton?
An atracurium besilate overdose can cause histamine release and CV effects, especially hypotension. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store Relaxton?
Keep Atracurium Besilate at 2-8° C. Don't freeze it.
Can I take other medicines with Relaxton?
Some medicines can interact with Atracurium Besilate, for example: Halothane, Isoflurane, Procainamide Hydrochloride. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Relaxton?
Relaxton is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.