| Drug Name: | Rocuronium |
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| Drug Class: | Non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent |
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| Mechanism of Action: | Competitive antagonist of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction, leading to muscle relaxation |
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| Use: | - Facilitate endotracheal intubation
- Maintain muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation
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| Side Effects: | - Hypotension
- Tachycardia
- Bronchospasm
- Allergic reactions
- Prolonged muscle weakness
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| Contraindications: | - Hypersensitivity to rocuronium or its components
- Severe electrolyte imbalances
- Myasthenia gravis
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| Specialty: | - Anesthesiology
- Critical care
- Emergency medicine
- Pulmonology
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