ROCURONIUM bromide, 10mg/ml, 5ml, vial
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ROCURONIUM bromide
- Not in the WHO list of Essential Medicines 2023
Therapeutic Action
Non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent (NMBA) with a rapid to intermediate onset and an intermediate duration of action.
Indications
Maintenance of neuromuscular blockade during surgery.
Rapid Sequence Induction (RSI) of anaesthesia.
In critical care, NMBAs are used for specific indications such as intubation, mechanical ventilation in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), acute asthma exacerbation, tetanus.
Rocuronium should be considered as the first choice non-depolarizing NMBA.
Instructions for use
The solution must be clear and free of visible particles.
Must be given as IV injection (bolus) or continuous IV infusion
Systematically order neostigmine together with rocuronium.
Systematically order the corresponding pre-printed label to identify the syringe containing the product.
Rocuronium has a better profile than vecuronium, as it is suitable for both rapid sequence induction and maintenance of neuromuscular block.
Rocuronium can be used as an alternative to suxamethonium (succinylcholine) in cases of critical shortage or medical contraindication. In such cases, dosages should be adjusted accordingly (risk of prolonged neuromuscular block with rocuronium). Contact your anaesthesia advisor for more details.
Precautions for Use
Caution with Neuromuscular Blocking Agents (NMBAs):
- NMBAs are high-risk medications: paralysing agent that may cause respiratory distress.
- They should only be administered in hospital settings by personnel experience with their use.
- Equipment for tracheal intubation and advanced airway assistance must be immediately available.
- Syringes containing an NMBA must be identified with a standard pre-printed label corresponding to the product.
- If not needed, the NMBA must be disposed of appropriately.
Storage
- Keep refrigerated between 2ºC and 8ºC.
- Note: Rocuronium manufactured by Fresenius no longer requires a cold chain. Always refer to the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging.
- After opening the vial, use the product immediately.
- Discard any unused solution.