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NEOCURON 4MG INJECTION_1
NEOCURON 4MG INJECTION_1
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Neocuron 4mg Injection

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Salt Composition : Pancuronium

Manufacturer : NEON LABORATORIES LTD

Origin of Medicine : India

MRP: ₹47
Price : ₹45
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1 Vial(s) Of 2ml

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Introduction to Neocuron 4mg Injection

Neocuron 4mg injection contains the active substance pancuronium, which belongs to a class of medicines called skeletal muscle relaxants. It is administered as an adjuvant to general anesthesia to prepare you for surgery. This medication assists in maintaining your body still by relaxing your skeletal muscles during the surgical procedure. It also facilitates the relaxation of the throat, making it easier to insert a breathing tube (endotracheal intubation) before surgery. This medication is used as a muscle relaxant in almost all age groups, including adults, adolescents (2-17 years), newborns, and infants (0 days – 23 months). It is also employed to aid in emergency airway management (mechanical ventilation) for patients in intensive care.

Before receiving neocuron 4mg injection, it is crucial to discuss the following with your healthcare team: any prior allergies to pancuronium or other muscle relaxants, reduced renal function or renal disease, heart or circulatory conditions, fluid accumulation, liver or gallbladder issues, edema (swelling of ankles), diseases affecting nerves and muscles such as polio, myasthenia gravis or Eaton-Lambert syndrome. Transparent communication about your medical history is essential for a safe and effective treatment plan. 


Uses of Neocuron 4mg Injection

An adjuvant to general anesthesia during surgery for

  • Skeletal muscle relaxation
  • Facilitate endotracheal intubation
  • Mechanical ventilation

Therapeutic Effects of Neocuron 4mg Injection

When your nerves want your muscles to move, they release a messenger called acetylcholine. This acetylcholine fits into special receptors on your muscle cells, triggering the muscles to contract. When neocuron 4mg is present, it blocks this messenger, preventing the muscles from receiving the signal to contract and keeping them relaxed.


Interaction of Neocuron 4mg Injection with other drugs

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with neocuron 4mg injection and cause undesirable side effects.


More Information about Neocuron 4mg Injection

  • Store below 25°C.
  • Protect from light.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Do not use it after the expiry date.

How to consume Neocuron 4mg Injection

This medicine is given only in a hospital setup by a healthcare provider. Neocuron 4mg injection will be given to you by your doctor. It is given intravenously (into a vein), either as single injections or as a continuous infusion (a drip). Your physician will decide the dosage and frequency of this injection based on the severity of your disease and other factors. 


Safety Advices for Neocuron 4mg Injection

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Pregnancy

  

It is unknown whether neocuron 4mg injection can cause fetal harm during pregnancy. Tell your physician if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or think you may get pregnant. However, neocuron 4mg  may be given to you if you have a Caesarean section.

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Breast Feeding

  

It is not known whether this injection is excreted in human milk. Hence, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking neocuron 4mg. 

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Lungs

  

It is unknown whether neocuron 4mg injection is safe for persons suffering from lung disease. Inform your doctor if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment.

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Liver

  

Prolonged recovery time has been reported when anesthetized along with neocuron 4mg in patients with liver problems. Inform your doctor if you have any liver disease before starting the treatment.

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Alcohol

  

Generally, it is not recommended to consume alcohol post-surgery with pancuronium since alcohol can enhance the effect of the injection and delay recovery. We suggest consulting your healthcare provider for further guidance.

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Driving

  

It's important only to drive or operate machines once you are told okay. neocuron 4mg is used during anesthesia; after it, you might feel tired, weak, or dizzy. Your anesthesia doctor will tell you when it is safe to resume these activities and how long these feelings might last.


Side Effects of Neocuron 4mg Injection

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. If any side effects occur while you are under anesthetic, they will be seen and treated by your doctor.

Serious

  • Prolonged paralysis (seen in long-term use)
  • Bronchospasm/respiratory depression (difficulty breathing)
  • Apnea (when you stop breathing)
  • Anaphylaxis (sudden allergic reactions)

Common

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, and redness)
  • Muscle weakness

Word of Advice

This medication is intended for use exclusively within the hospital. Your doctor will administer it during your surgical procedure. While receiving neocuron 4mg, your doctor will continuously monitor you to assess its impact. It's important to note that this injection induces muscle relaxation, including your breathing muscles. This means you will require assistance with breathing (artificial ventilation) during and after your surgery until you can resume breathing independently. If you have any concerns or questions, always communicate them with your doctor before taking this medication. Your safety and comfort are our priorities.


FAQs

Q 1. Is neocuron 4mg injection indicated for children?

Yes, neocuron 4mg injection is used in adolescents (2-17 years), newborn babies, and infants (0 days – 23 months). However, the dosage may vary from that of adults.

Q 2. Why is neocuron 4mg used with anesthesia?

neocuron 4mg is used with anesthesia to easily place flexible plastic tubes into the trachea (tracheal intubation) and provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery.

Q 3. Does neocuron 4mg cause hypotension/bradycardia?

Vercuronium can rarely cause hypotension or bradycardia. Inform your doctor right away if you experience one or more such symptoms.

Q 4. Is neocuron 4mg a sedative?

neocuron 4mg is a muscle relaxant and not a sedative. However, it can be used as an additional agent to anesthesia or sedation.

Q 5. Does neocuron 4mg paralyze the lungs?

Very rarely, prolonged paralysis or respiratory depression is seen with the long-term use of neocuron 4mg injection.


Fact Box of Neocuron 4mg Injection

Molecule Name: Pancuronium

Therapeutic class: Skeletal muscle relaxants

Pharmacological class:  Neuromuscular Blocking Agents

Indications: As an adjuvant to general anesthesia during surgery for

1. Skeletal muscle relaxation

2. Facilitate endotracheal intubation

3. Mechanical ventilation


References

  1. Organon inc, US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), [Accessed on 17th Oct 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2010/017015s023lbl.pdf
  2. Pfizer, [Revised on Jan 2019] [Accessed on 17th Oct 2023] https://www.pfizer.com/products/product-detail/pancuronium_bromide
  3. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Skeletal muscle relaxants, 8th edition, 2019, 379
  4. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Agents acting at the neuromuscular junction and autonomic ganglia, 13th edition, 2018, 180

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