ROCUNIUM Injection is used as a general anaesthetic to facilitate routine tracheal intubation and relaxation of skeletal muscle during surgery.

ROCUNIUM Injection may also be prescribed for other conditions as determined by the doctor.

ROCUNIUM Injection belongs to the class of drugs called neuromuscular blocking agents. The drug acts by binding to the nicotinic cholinergic receptors and blocks the release of calcium ions, which helps in preventing the muscle contraction. Thus, it enhances the muscle relaxation.

The dosage and the drug form depend on the age, weight and medical condition of an individual.

ROCUNIUM Injection is available as an injection. Therefore, it should be administered only under the medical supervision.

If you miss a dose of ROCUNIUM Injection , please consult your doctor immediately.

Drugs that interact with ROCUNIUM Injection include the following:

• Acetyldigitoxin
• Amikacin
• Bumetanide
• Clindamycin
• Doxycycline
• Gentamicin
• Kanamycin
• Neostigmine
• Pyridostigmine

This is not a comprehensive list of drug interactions. Consult your doctor to know more about other possible drug interactions.

The following are the most common side effects of ROCUNIUM Injection :

• Urticaria
• Itching
• Angioedema
• Rash
• Injection site pain

The following are the severe side effects, and you may require immediate medical attention:

• Hypotension
• Tachycardia
• Circulatory collapse

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Please consult your doctor to know more about other possible side effects.

• Avoid receiving the medicine if you are allergic to ROCUNIUM Injection or similar drugs.
• Avoid ROCUNIUM Injection during pregnancy or breastfeeding because the safe use of the drug is not yet established.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may alter the absorption of ROCUNIUM Injection .
• Be cautious while receiving ROCUNIUM Injection if you have any kidney or liver impairment.
• Maintain caution while using ROCUNIUM Injection in elderly patients.

• Tell your doctor if you have any history of heart, liver, kidney or respiratory diseases.
• Inform the doctor if you are taking any other drugs, OTC medications, herbal products or nutritional supplements.
• Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

1. Is it safe to receive ROCUNIUM Injection while taking diuretics?

No. Concomitant use of these medicines causes severe drug interactions.

2. Is myopathy common with ROCUNIUM Injection ?

Yes, long-term and concurrent use of ROCUNIUM Injection cause myopathy.

3. What are the contraindications of ROCUNIUM Injection ?

ROCUNIUM Injection is contraindicated in pulmonary diseases, hepatic, renal impairment, biliary disease and electrolyte abnormalities.