Orazinc 220 and Rocuronium Bromide

• Generic Name: zinc sulfate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Orazinc 110, Orazinc 220, Zinc, Zinc-220, Zinca-pak, Mar-Zinc, Verazinc, Zincate, Zinc CR, Micro-Zn, Zinc 50 mg Pink

Zinc is a naturally occurring mineral. Zinc is important for growth and for the development and health of body tissues.

Orazinc 220 is used to treat and to prevent zinc deficiency.

Orazinc 220 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: rocuronium
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Zemuron

Production of skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery after general anesthesia has been induced.

Facilitation of endotracheal intubation (rapid sequence and routine tracheal intubation).

Also has been used to facilitate mechanical ventilation in the ICU; however, manufacturer states that prolonged use in this setting has not been evaluated. Whenever neuromuscular blocking agents are used in the ICU, consider benefits versus risks of such therapy and assess patients frequently to determine need for continued paralysis. (See Intensive Care Setting under Cautions.)

Compared with other neuromuscular blocking agents, rocuronium has a rapid onset and intermediate duration of action. Recommended as an alternative to succinylcholine for rapid sequence intubation. When given in sufficient doses (e.g., ≥1 mg/kg), produces similar intubating conditions to succinylcholine.