Rocuronium Benefits & Uses

Rocuronium is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anesthesia

Other Benefits

Muscle Spasms

Rocuronium Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Rocuronium Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rocuronium is used -

Severe

Hypersensitivity

Moderate

Increased blood pressure
Decreased blood pressure

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Hiccup
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Rash
Urticaria

Rocuronium Related Warnings

Is the use of Rocuronium safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Rocuronium. It is best to stop taking Rocuronium immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Rocuronium safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Rocuronium as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Rocuronium on the Kidneys?

Rocuronium rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rocuronium on the Liver?

Rocuronium may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rocuronium on the Heart?

Rocuronium has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rocuronium with Other Drugs

Rocuronium should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinidine

Moderate

Rocuronium Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rocuronium unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Dehydration
Lung Disease
Epilepsy
Calcium Deficiency
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Potassium Deficiency
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Rocuronium

Is this Rocuronium habit forming or addictive?

Rocuronium is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Rocuronium can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Rocuronium only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Rocuronium is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Rocuronium Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rocuronium

Taking Rocuronium with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rocuronium

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rocuronium and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rocuronium bromide

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 354

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