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PANTOLAX 100mg Injection 5mlx10s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Suxamethonium (Cl):100mg
- Manufactured by : AGP Limited
- Drug Strength : 100mg
- Drug Form : Injection
- Pack Size : 5mlx10s
- Product SKU : dis_33269
Suxamethonium (Cl):100mg | Muscle relaxants and cholinesterase inhibitors
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Manufactured / Marketed By : AGPProduct Form : InjectionPack Size : 5mlx10sIngredients : Suxamethonium (Cl):100mgGeneric Category : Muscle relaxants and cholinesterase inhibitors
How it works
PANTOLAX 100mg Injection 5mlx10s is in the neuromuscular blocker family of medications and is of the depolarizing type. It works by blocking the action of acetylcholine on skeletal muscles.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for PANTOLAX 100mg Injection 5mlx10s
- Muscle weakness
- Difficulty in breathing
- Irregular heartbeat
- Excessive salivation
- Increase in the potassium levels
- Nausea and Vomiting
Uses of PANTOLAX 100mg Injection 5mlx10s
What is it prescribed for?
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Anesthesia
This medicine is used along with general anesthesia to reduce the pain during endotracheal intubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 to 60 seconds of intravenous administration and within 2 to 3 minutes of intramuscular administration of the dose.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 6 minutes on an intravenous administration and 10 to 30 minutes on an intramuscular administration of the dose.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
When not to use?
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Malignant hyperthermia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of malignant hyperthermia (a sudden rise in the body temperature) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to succinylcholine or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
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Respiratory depression
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with respiratory depression (slow or declined ability to breathe), in the absence of resuscitative equipment, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Histamine release
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with allergies and asthma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney function impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver function impairment or active liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Electrolyte Imbalance
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with electrolyte imbalance due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of electrolytes levels is recommended during treatment with this medicine.
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Anaphylactic
This medicine may cause life-threatening or severe anaphylactic reactions in some patients. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Since this medicine is administered before surgery by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.
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Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Amikacin severe
- Furosemide moderate
- Amlodipine
- Phenytoin
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of pulmonary impairment due to the increased risk of respiratory depression and paralysis. Close monitoring of lung function is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines including herbs and supplements as well as all your medical conditions before receiving this medicine.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Causes sleepiness
References
- wikipedia.org - Suxamethonium [Internet]. Available from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suxamethonium_chloride [cited 11/9/2020]. 2020
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