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Neovec-20Mg Inj

Neovec-20Mg Inj

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Synonym

VECURONIUM BROMIDE

Composition

VECURONIUM-20MG

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Neovec-20Mg Inj

Neovec-20Mg Inj belongs to the class of neuromuscular blocking agents. It is mainly used as an adjuvant to general anaesthesia to aid in endotracheal intubation and to give skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical breathing.

Neovec-20Mg Inj contains Vecuronium bromide. It relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.

Neovec-20Mg Inj will be administered only in a hospital setting by an experienced clinician or an anaesthetist. This medicine could occasionally have undesirable side effects, such as skeletal muscle weakness, prolonged skeletal muscle paralysis, respiration insufficiency or apnea, and bronchospasm/respiratory depression. Your doctor will immediately address these issues if they emerge during your procedure.

Neovec-20Mg Inj is not recommended for patients known to be hypersensitive to it. Neovec-20Mg Inj should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed, and the benefits outweigh the risks. So, inform your doctor before receiving Neovec-20Mg Inj if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. So, tell your doctor about your medical conditions, sensitivities, and prescriptions. Breastfeeding should be stopped for a certain period after Neovec-20Mg Inj is administered, as per the doctor's direction. The safety and effectiveness of Neovec-20Mg Inj in pediatric patients under seven weeks of age have not been established. After receiving, patients should not drive or operate heavy machinery for at least 24 hours.

Uses of Neovec-20Mg Inj

Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery.

Medicinal Benefits

Neovec-20Mg Inj contains Vecuronium bromide, which belongs to the class of neuromuscular blocking agents. It is used as an adjuvant to general anaesthesia in endotracheal intubation and to give skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery. Vecuronium bromide relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.

Directions for Use

Neovec-20Mg Inj will be administered by a trained and experienced healthcare professional.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Neovec-20Mg Inj

  • Skeletal muscle weakness
  • Prolonged skeletal muscle paralysis
  • Respiration insufficiency or apnea
  • Bronchospasm/respiratory depression

Drug Warnings

Neovec-20Mg Inj is recommended not to use if you are hypersensitive to Vecuronium bromide or other similar anaesthetics. So, before taking the Neovec-20Mg Inj, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety and effectiveness of vecuronium in pediatric patients under seven weeks of age have not been established. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Neovec-20Mg Inj may interact with antibiotics (e.g. amikacin, colistimethate, gentamicin, streptomycin, tobramycin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol consumption should be avoided.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Neovec-20Mg Inj may interact with liver impairment, paresis (weakening of a muscle or group of muscles), and pulmonary impairment.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMIKACIN
  • GENTAMICIN
  • TOBRAMYCIN
  • STREPTOMYCIN
  • COLISTIMETHATE

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery: Muscle relaxants are medications that stop nerve signals to the muscles. They are also known as neuromuscular blocking agents. These medications are frequently used to relax the body during surgery.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

140, Damji Samji Industrial Complex, Mahakali Caves Rd., Andheri(East), Mumbai-93.
Other Info - NEO0069

FAQs

Neovec-20Mg Inj contains Vecuronium bromide. Vecuronium bromide relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.
Vecuronium is classified as a non-depolarizing muscle blocker (NDMB). These drugs solely affect skeletal muscle and do not affect smooth muscle.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol consumption should be avoided as it can worsen the condition.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Neovec-20Mg Inj if you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if clinically needed if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Limited data is available on the effect of Neovec-20Mg Inj on breastfeeding. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Neovec-20Mg Inj. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Caution

Caution should be exercised in patients with liver disease. Hence, let your doctor know if you have any history of liver impairment before receiving Neovec-20Mg Inj. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Neovec-20Mg Inj if you have a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Caution

The safety and effectiveness of Neovec-20Mg Inj in pediatric patients less than seven weeks of age have not been established.

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