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Introduction to Cisblok 10mg Injection
Cisblok 10mg Injection contains cisatracurium besylate, a musculoskeletal agent classified as a non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocker. It is used to relax muscles during surgeries in both adults and children over one month of age, including heart surgeries. It is also prescribed for adult patients in the ICU to assist with mechanical ventilation.
Do not use Cisblok 10mg Injection if you are allergic to cisatracurium besylate or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you experience muscle weakness, fatigue, or difficulty with coordination, or if you have a history of neuromuscular diseases or active burns. Additionally, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant before starting treatment.
This medication is not recommended for children under one month of age. It may cause severe hypersensitivity reactions and increase the risk of seizures. Common side effects include decreased heart rate, low blood pressure, flushing, airway muscle tightening, and skin rash.
Uses of Cisblok 10mg Injection
- To relax muscles during surgery
- To support mechanical ventilation in ICU patients
Therapeutic Effects of Cisblok 10mg Injection
Cisblok 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 Cisblok 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 Cisblok 10mg Injection and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Cisblok 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 Cisblok 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
Pregnancy
There is limited information available on the use of 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 Injection during breastfeeding. Do not breastfeed for at least 3 hours after your last dose.
Lungs
It is unknown whether 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 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 Injection. Inform your doctor if you are a chronic drinker.
Driving
If you feel dizzy after taking Injection, do not drive or operate heavy machinery. Inform your doctor immediately and seek medical attention.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Severe skin reactions
- Weak or aching muscles
Common
- Decrease in heart rate
- Decrease in blood pressure
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 Cisblok 10mg Injection a painkiller?
Cisblok 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 Cisblok 10mg Injection last?
The duration of the effect of Cisblok 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 Cisblok 10mg Injection?
The common side effects of Cisblok 10mg Injection are a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure. Other serious side effects include severe skin reactions and muscle weakness.
Fact Box
Molecule name: Cisatracurium Besylate
Pharmacological class: Non-depolarising neuromuscular blockers
Therapeutic class: Neuromuscular blocking agent
Indications:
1. To relax muscles during surgery
2. To support mechanical ventilation in ICU patients
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