Succinylcholine
Description
Succinylcholine, a synthetic muscle relaxant, is rapidly acting and short-acting. It‘s primarily used to facilitate endotracheal intubation and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery. This drug acts by mimicking acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter responsible for muscle contractions, and then prolonging the effect at the neuromuscular junction. However, succinylcholine‘s use is associated with potential side effects and complications, demanding careful patient selection and monitoring.
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Did you know?
Succinylcholine is a unique drug that can cause both muscle relaxation and muscle fasciculations (brief, involuntary muscle contractions).
