Doxacurium Pharmacology

Doxacurium

About Doxacurium
Peripherally long acting,non depolarizing,competitive neuromuscular blocker, Skeletal muscle relaxant.
Mechanism of Action of Doxacurium
Doxacurium is a long acting, non depolarizing, competitive neuromuscular blocker competes with acetylcholine for receptor sites at the motor end plate, thereby reducing the response of the end plate to acetylcholine. This results the skeletal muscle relaxation.
Pharmacokinets of Doxacurium
Absorption: It is rapidly absorbed after parenteral administration. Distribution: Only a very small amount is distributed in protein bound form. Metabolism: It does not undergo metabolism. Excretion: Drug is excreted mainly in urine and bile.
Onset of Action for Doxacurium
2 minute
Duration of Action for Doxacurium
N/A
Half Life of Doxacurium
N/A
Side Effects of Doxacurium
1.Dyspnea
2.Respiratory depression
3.Apnea
4.Muscle weakness
Contra-indications of Doxacurium
Hypersensitivity to Doxacurium
Special Precautions while taking Doxacurium
1.Metastatic cancer
2.Electrolyte disturbances
3.Neuromuscular diseases
4.Myasthenia gravis
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
May be used
Below 2years:Contraindicated
Indications for Doxacurium
1.General anesthesia
2.To facilitate tracheal intubation
3.Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery
Interactions for Doxacurium
N/A
Typical Dosage for Doxacurium
IV
Dosage is highly individualized
Adult:0.05mg/kg body weight as rapid IV
Maintenance dose:0.005mg/kg and 0.01mg/kgprolong the neuromuscular blockade for 30minutes and 45 minutes respectively
Children:0.03mg/kg - 0.05mg/kg body weight
Schedule of Doxacurium
N/A
Storage Requirements for Doxacurium
Store at room temperature below 25 degree C in a well closed container. Protect from moisture. Keep out of reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Doxacurium
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Doxacurium
Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures..

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