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Atracis 10mg Injection
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Cisatracurium Besylate
Manufacturer : SAMARTH LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
1 Vial(s)
Introduction to Atracis 10mg Injection
- To relax muscles during surgery
- To support mechanical ventilation in ICU patients
Uses of Atracis 10mg Injection
Atracis 10mg Injection is a nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent. Nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents inhibit neuromuscular transmission by competing with acetylcholine for the cholinergic receptors at the motor end plate, thereby inhibiting the action of acetylcholine
Therapeutic Effects of Atracis 10mg Injection
Atracis 10mg Injection is a nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent. Nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents inhibit neuromuscular transmission by competing with acetylcholine for the cholinergic receptors at the motor end plate, thereby inhibiting the action of acetylcholine
Interaction of Atracis 10mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Atracis 10mg Injection and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Atracis 10mg Injection
- Store in a refrigerator 2°C - 8°C.
- Store in the original package to protect from light.
- keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets
How to consume Atracis 10mg Injection
Your physician or other healthcare professionals will give this injection to you. This injection will be given as a single injection into your vein or as a continuous infusion (slowly) into your vein. Your doctor will decide the dose and frequency of the medicine based on your disease condition, body weight, and other factors. Do not self-administer the medicine.
Safety Advices for Atracis 10mg Injection
Pregnancy
There is limited information available on the use of Atracis 10mg Injection during pregnancy. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant.
Breast Feeding
There is limited information available on the use of Atracis 10mg Injection during breastfeeding. Do not breastfeed for at least 3 hours after your last dose.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Atracis 10mg Injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver
It is unknown whether Atracis 10mg Injection can be used in patients with liver disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any liver diseases before starting the treatment.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether consuming alcohol is safe during the treatment with Atracis 10mg Injection. Inform your doctor if you are a chronic drinker.
Driving
If you feel dizzy after taking Atracis 10mg Injection, do not drive or operate heavy machinery. Inform your doctor immediately and seek medical attention.
Side Effects of Atracis 10mg Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Common
- Decrease in heart rate
- Decrease in blood pressure
Serious
- Severe skin reactions
- Weak or aching muscles
Word of Advice
Some strengths of this medicine contain benzyl alcohol and should not be used in premature babies. This medicine may cause Muscle problems, including paralysis, which may be life-threatening, Increased risk of seizures, and malignant hyperthermia (dangerous increase in body temperature). Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
FAQs
Q 1. Is Atracis 10mg Injection a painkiller?
Atracis 10mg Injection is not a painkiller. It is a neuromuscular blocking agent that induces muscle relaxation during surgical procedures.
Q 2. How long does the effect of Atracis 10mg Injection last?
The duration of the effect of Atracis 10mg Injection varies from patient to patient and depends on factors such as the dosage administered and individual metabolism. Generally, the effects last approximately 25 to 40 minutes, after which the muscle function gradually returns.
Q 3. What are the side effects of Atracis 10mg Injection?
The common side effects of Atracis 10mg Injection are a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure. Other serious side effects include severe skin reactions and muscle weakness.
Q 4. Can Atracis 10mg Injection be used in patients with kidney failure?
It is unknown whether Atracis 10mg Injection can be used in patients with kidney problems. Consult your physician if you have any kidney diseases before initiating the treatment.
Q 5. Can I take antibiotics with Atracis 10mg Injection?
Certain medications may interact with Atracis 10mg Injection and reduce the effectiveness of this medicine. Inform your physician about all the medicines that you are taking, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products.
Fact Box of Atracis 10mg Injection
| Molecule name: Cisatracurium Besylate | Therapeutic class: Neuromuscular blocking agent |
| Pharmacological class: Non-depolarising neuromuscular blockers | Indications: 1. To relax muscles during surgery 2. To support mechanical ventilation in ICU patients |
References
- Mylan UK healthcare limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on October 2021] [Accessed on 15th June 2023], http://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/2595/smpc
- GlaxoSmithKline, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on July 2018] [Accessed on 15th June 2023] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/20551Orig1s026lbl.pdf
- Marieke Kruidering-Hall, Lundy Campbell, Skeletal Muscle Relaxants, Lange’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 474-491.
