Drug Information

Generic Name:

Atracurium

Pronunciation:

at-rah-CURE-ih-um

Product Name:

Tracrium

Category:

Neuromuscular Blocking Drugs

How is it given?:

intravenous (IV)

Uses:

Skeletal muscle relaxation for surgery, endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, selected ICU procedures

Comment:

Temporary relaxation of skeletal muscles and breathing muscles. Patients must receive mechanical ventilation during use of this drug.