Atracurium Besylate and Polymyxin B
Determining the interaction of Atracurium Besylate and Polymyxin B and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Ask your doctor before using atracurium together with polymyxin B sulfate. Using these medications together may cause serious breathing problems. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:GENERALLY AVOID: Polymyxin B may prolong apnea and respiratory paralysis after use of neuromuscular blocking agents. The mechanism may be related to decreased intracellular potassium or decreased ionized serum calcium. Intravenous calcium administration may be helpful in reversing the paralysis.
MANAGEMENT: This combination should be avoided unless the benefit outweighs the risk. Patients should be closely monitored for signs of extended neuromuscular blockade.
- Levine RA, Beiber MP, Forte FA, et al "Polymyxin B-induced respiratory paralysis reversed by intravenous calcium chloride." J Mt Sinai Hosp N Y 36 (1969): 380-7
- "Product Information. Raplon (rapacuronium)" Organon, West Orange, NJ.
- Fogdall RP, Miller RD "Prolongation of a pancuronium-induced neuromuscular blockade by polymyxin B." Anesthesiology 40 (1974): 84-7
Generic Name: atracurium
Brand name:
Synonyms: Atracurium
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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