Nimbex ampoules are a muscle relaxant primarily used as an adjunct to general anesthesia during surgical procedures. These ampoules contain the active ingredient cisatracurium besilate at a concentration of 2 mg per ml. This substance facilitates surgery, especially when deep muscle relaxation is required. It also aids in intubation and provides better conditions for mechanical ventilation.
What are the ingredients of Nimbex?
Nimbex ampoules contain the following active ingredient:
Cisatracurium besilate: 2 mg per ml.
In addition to this active ingredient, the ampoules contain inactive ingredients to maintain sterility and stability.
Indications for Use of Nimbex
Nimbex ampoules are used to:
Facilitate tracheal intubation: before surgical procedures or in emergency situations requiring mechanical ventilation. Muscle relaxant during surgery: To provide optimal operating conditions for various surgical procedures.
To facilitate mechanical ventilation in intensive care units, to reduce respiratory resistance.
As an adjunct to general anesthesia.
The aim of treatment is to achieve effective muscle relaxation to ensure the safety and success of medical and surgical procedures.
What are the dosages of Nimbex?
Nimbex ampoules should be administered by, or under the direct supervision of, an anesthesiologist or intensive care physician. The dosage and route of administration depend on the patient's weight, age, surgical procedure, and the duration of muscle relaxation required.
Usual adult dosage:
For intubation: Usually 0.15 mg/kg body weight by intravenous (IV) injection.
Maintenance doses: Administered as needed to maintain muscle relaxation.
The drug can be administered as a single intravenous (IV) injection or as a continuous intravenous (IV) infusion. Doses are carefully adjusted, and the patient's response is monitored using a neuromuscular monitor.
The patient is closely monitored after the medication is given until its effect is completely gone or reversed with specific medications.
What are the side effects of Nimbex?
Nimbex is considered relatively safe compared to some other muscle relaxants. Side effects are rare, but the patient must be carefully monitored:
Common side effects (rarely occurring):
Slight slow heart rate (bradycardia).
Transient drop in blood pressure (hypotension).
Skin redness or rash (flushing).
The patient must be monitored continuously during and after the medication is given, and the doctor should be notified immediately if any severe or unexpected side effects occur.