What is Rocuronium?
It is used to relax muscles. Block signals between nerves and muscles to achieve its function. Before undergoing surgery, rocuronium may be administered to prepare you. Rocuronium keeps your body still while undergoing surgery. Rocuronium relaxes the throat, making it easier to insert a breathing tube before surgery. This medication guide does not list all possible uses of Rocuronium.
Side effects of Rocuronium
When encountering any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, hives, facial, lip or throat swelling and difficulty swallowing (also a redness and itching sensation), seek medical help immediately: difficulty in taking breath or difficulty eating and drinking normally (all may result from allergies); breathing issues or difficulty; swelling (face, lips or throat); difficulties when exercising etc
You will be under constant supervision throughout your treatment with rocuronium. Your caregivers are on the lookout for serious side effects. Inform your caregivers immediately if you:
- Continued muscle weakness
- Loss of movement (especially for adults over 65).
Some of the common side effects associated with rocuronium include:
- Feelings of dizziness or fainting could occur.
- High blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, pinging in the neck or ears, anxiety, confusion)
There may be other side effects.Call your physician if experiencing side effects; alternatively, the FDA can be reached at 1-800-FDA-1088 if reporting side effects is required.
Warnings
Tell your doctor about any severe allergic reactions you may have had to anesthesia.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to rocuronium, it is best not to receive this drug. You should tell your doctor if any anesthesia has caused you to have a severe reaction.
Tell your doctor about any of the following:
- Myasthenia gravis;
- Liver disease, or cirrhosis.
- Kidney disease
- Circulatory problems or heart disease
- A disorder of the nerves and muscles, such as als or ms.
Unknown is whether rocuronium can harm an unborn child. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding a child.
How to take Rocuronium?
An injection of Rocuronium into the vein is administered. This injection will be given by a healthcare provider. If you experience any pain or swelling when the IV needle is inserted, tell your caregivers. While you receive rocuronium, your breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and heart function will be closely monitored. If you have cirrhosis or any other form of liver disease, it may take longer for you to recover.
What happens if I miss the dose?
You are unlikely to have a schedule for rocuronium since it is typically used only as an anesthetic.
What happens if I overdose?
Overdoses are unlikely because rocuronium will be administered by a health professional in a medical environment.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
Tell your doctor if you take any of the following medicines:
- Lithium;
- Procainamide;
- Quinidine;
- Anti-microbial
- Seizure medication.
This list is incomplete. Other drugs, such as vitamins and herbs, may also affect rocuronium. This list does not include all drug interactions.
