Drug reference
atracurium
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Drug class
Musculoskeletal (Muscle Relaxants)
Mechanism of action
Non-depolarizing skeletal muscle relaxant; cholinergic receptor antagonist
Common side effects
- Skin flush
- Pruritus
- Erythema
- Wheezing
- Mean arterial pressure
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to drug or components; lack of ventilatory support, neuromuscular disease
Known interactions (1)
- atracurium + quinine Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is atracurium?
atracurium belongs to: Musculoskeletal.
How does atracurium work?
Non-depolarizing skeletal muscle relaxant; cholinergic receptor antagonist
What are the common side effects of atracurium?
Skin flush, Pruritus, Erythema, Wheezing, Mean arterial pressure
Which drugs interact with atracurium?
quinine
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