Vecuron Information

Vecuron is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Vecuron also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vecuron. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vecuron as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Vecuron normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Vecuron's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Vecuron related warnings talks about Vecuron's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Vecuron since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Vecuron contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Vecuron with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vecuron is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Vecuron Benefits & Uses
Vecuron Dosage & How to Take
Vecuron Side Effects
Vecuron Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Vecuron with Other Drugs
Vecuron Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vecuron
Vecuron Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vecuron Benefits & Uses

Vecuron is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anesthesia

Other Benefits

Muscle Spasms

Vecuron Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Anesthesia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: dose should be given to above 7 weeks old infants

Vecuron Related Warnings

Is the use of Vecuron safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Vecuron will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Vecuron safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Vecuron on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Vecuron will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Vecuron on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Vecuron. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vecuron on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Vecuron. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vecuron on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Vecuron. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Vecuron with Other Drugs

Vecuron should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinidine

Moderate

Lithium

Acetazolamide

Vecuron Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vecuron unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperthermia
Dehydration
Liver Disease
Paralysis
Myasthenia Gravis
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Lung Cancer
Calcium Deficiency
Hyperkalemia

Frequently asked Questions about Vecuron

Is this Vecuron habit forming or addictive?

Vecuron is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Vecuron you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Vecuron only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Vecuron for mental disorders.

No

Vecuron Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vecuron

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Vecuron together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Vecuron

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Vecuron and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 353

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vecuronium Bromide (vecuronium bromide)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Vecure (vecuronium bromide)

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