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.