Brand name: Esmeron TM
Active ingredients: rocuronium
What it is used for
Rocuronium is indicated as an adjunct to general anaesthesia to facilitate endotracheal intubation during routine induction, to provide muscle relaxation and to facilitate mechanical ventilation in adults, and paediatric patients from term newborn infants to adolescents.,In adults, rocuronium is also indicated as an adjunct to general anaesthesia to facilitate endotracheal,intubation during rapid sequence induction when suxamethonium is contraindicated. In adults, rocuronium is also indicated as an adjunct in the intensive care unit (ICU) to facilitate mechanical ventilation.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
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Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
A clear, colourless to faintly yellow solution.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient rocuronium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
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