VECURON 4mg Injection is used to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during the surgery. It is also used as an adjuvant to general anaesthetics to facilitate the endotracheal intubation.

VECURON 4mg Injection may also be prescribed for other conditions as determined by the doctor.

VECURON 4mg Injection belongs to the class of drugs called neuromuscular blocking agents. This drug acts by binding to the nicotinic receptor, which results in a neuromuscular blockade. Thus, it prevents the muscle contraction and relaxes the muscles.

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

VECURON 4mg Injection injection should be administered only under the medical supervision. Always use a disposable needle and syringe for injecting the medicine.

The overdose symptoms of VECURON 4mg Injection may include:

• Skeletal muscle weakness
• Difficulty breathing
• Apnoea

Drugs that interact with VECURON 4mg Injection include the following:

• Amikacin
• Colistin
• Gentamicin
• Isoflurane
• Kanamycin
• Paromomycin
• Polymyxin B
• Sodium Colistimethate
• Streptomycin
• Tobramycin

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 VECURON 4mg Injection :

• Shallow breathing
• Muscle weakness
• Pain at the site of injection

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

• Decreased blood pressure
• Apnoea (cessation of breathing during sleep)

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 using the medicine if you are allergic to VECURON 4mg Injection or similar drugs.
• Be cautious while receiving VECURON 4mg Injection if you have any kidney or liver impairment.
• Store unopened VECURON 4mg Injection vials at room temperature and opened vials in refrigerator. Do not freeze it.
• Be cautious if you have any history of malignant hyperthermia.

• Tell your doctor if you have any history of congestive heart failure, neuromuscular disease or poliomyelitis.
• Inform the doctor if you are taking any other drugs, OTC medications, herbal products or nutritional supplements.
• Notify the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

1. How much time does VECURON 4mg Injection take to show its effect?

VECURON 4mg Injection shows its effect within 3 – 4 minutes after administering it.

2. Is it safe to receive VECURON 4mg Injection medication during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor regarding the benefits and potential risks of VECURON 4mg Injection medication during pregnancy.

3. Is it safe to administer VECURON 4mg Injection in geriatric patients?

Be cautious while using VECURON 4mg Injection medication in geriatric patients as they can easily develop the side effects.

4. Do I need to be monitored for any laboratory parameters while using VECURON 4mg Injection ?

Yes. Blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen levels should be continuously monitored while on VECURON 4mg Injection .