chloromag and Atracurium Interactions

Interactions between chloromag(magnesium chloride) and Atracurium (atracurium)

atracurium and magnesium chloride (Moderate Drug-Drug)

MONITOR: Magnesium salts may enhance the effects of nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents. One study showed a 25% increase in vecuronium potency after intravenous administration of 40 mg/kg of magnesium sulfate.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be closely monitored for excessive or prolonged neuromuscular blockade and ventilatory support should be immediately available.