Atracurium: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Atracurium is a muscle relaxant used in anaesthesia. It is a prescription medicine used for muscle relaxation during surgery and ventilation. In Pakistan it is available as injections, made by 11 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Atracurium works
Atracurium blocks the receptors on muscles that receive signals from nerves, so the muscles relax and cannot contract for a while. It does not affect consciousness or pain. It breaks down in the blood on its own, which makes it useful for people with liver or kidney problems.
What is Atracurium used for?
- Muscle relaxation during surgery and ventilation
Atracurium is used by anaesthetists during general anaesthesia to relax the muscles. This makes it easier to place a breathing tube in the windpipe and keeps the body still during surgery. It is also used in intensive care to help patients tolerate a breathing machine. It is only ever given in hospital, and the patient is always anaesthetised or sedated when it is used.
Side effects of Atracurium
Atracurium is given under close monitoring, but some patients have effects such as:
- Flushing of the skin
- A drop in blood pressure
- Skin rash or redness
- Wheezing (bronchospasm)
Because it stops normal breathing, it is only given when the anaesthetic team is supporting the airway and breathing. Serious allergic reactions are rare and are treated immediately by the team.
Precautions and warnings
- It is given only in hospital or clinic settings by trained healthcare professionals who monitor the patient throughout.
- Tell the medical team about any previous reaction to anaesthetic medicines or muscle relaxants.
- Let them know about asthma, myasthenia gravis or other muscle or nerve conditions, and any recent burns, as these can change how it works.
- Mention all medicines you take, including certain antibiotics, which can strengthen its effect.
- Tell the team if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions about Atracurium
What is the price of Atracurium in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Atracurium products currently in stock range from Rs 83 to Rs 4,595 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Relaxtron 25mg Injection at Rs 83. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Atracurium are available in Pakistan?
Atracurium is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Tracrium (Glaxo Smithkline Ltd), Acuron (Brookes Pharmaceutical Labs (Pak) Ltd), Atrelax (Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Ltd), Tracur (Akhai), Atramed (Mediceena), Relocurium (Bajwa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd), Cis (Brookes Pharmaceutical Labs (Pak) Ltd) and Efacurim (Surge Laboratories Ltd), along with 3 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Atracurium?
Yes. Atracurium is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Atracurium be used during pregnancy?
Tell the team if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Are all Atracurium brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Atracurium in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Atracurium brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 18 products containing Atracurium from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
