Vecuron 4 Mg Injection Information

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Vecuron 4 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Vecuron 4 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vecuron 4 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Vecuron 4 Mg Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Vecuron 4 Mg Injection has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vecuron 4 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Vecuron 4 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Vecuron 4 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vecuron 4 Mg Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anesthesia

Other Benefits

Muscle Spasms

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection 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 4 Mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Vecuron 4 Mg Injection 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 4 Mg Injection 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 4 Mg Injection 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 4 Mg Injection 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 4 Mg Injection 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

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vecuron 4 Mg Injection 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 4 Mg Injection

Is this Vecuron 4 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Vecuron 4 Mg Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Vecuron 4 Mg Injection 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 4 Mg Injection for mental disorders.

No

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vecuron 4 Mg Injection

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Vecuron 4 Mg Injection together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Vecuron 4 Mg Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Vecuron 4 Mg Injection 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)

Vecuron 4 Mg Injection