Neuromuscular blocking agents
What are Neuromuscular blocking agents?
Neuromuscular blocking agents are potent muscle relaxants typically only used during surgery to prevent muscle movement. They are structurally related to acetylcholine (the main neurotransmitter in the body) and they cause muscle relaxation by binding to acetylcholine receptors postsynaptically (which prevents acetylcholine from binding). This blocks neuromuscular transmission and causes paralysis of the muscle.
Neuromuscular blocking agents should only be used as an adjunct to anesthesia when artificial ventilation is available.
List of Neuromuscular blocking agents
View by Generic | Brand
| Drug Name | Avg. Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| succinylcholine systemic (Pro) Brand names: Anectine, Quelicin |
56 reviews | |
| rocuronium systemic (Pro) |
4 reviews | |
| vecuronium systemic (Pro) |
1 review | |
| pancuronium systemic (Pro) | No reviews | |
| mivacurium systemic | No reviews | |
| cisatracurium systemic (Pro) Brand name: Nimbex | No reviews | |
| atracurium systemic (Pro) | No reviews | |
| For ratings, users were asked how effective they found the medicine while considering positive/adverse effects and ease of use (1 = not effective, 10 = most effective). | ||
See also
Medical conditions treated or associated with neuromuscular blocking agents:
Further information
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