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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 10:52 AM IST

Rocthem Injection 5 ml is used for Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or other medical procedures. It contains Rocuronium bromide. It relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves. Thus, it is easy to aid surgical procedures and ventilation of the lungs in elective and critical situations. Transient hypotension, hypertension, and feeling tired, weak, or dizzy are undesirable consequences during your procedure, just like other general anaesthetics, since your anaesthetist will immediately address any issues that emerge during your procedure.

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Synonym

ROCURONIUM

Manufacturer/Marketer

Themis Medicare Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Rocthem Injection 5 ml

Rocthem Injection 5 ml belongs to the class of medications called nondepolarizing neuromuscular blockers or muscle relaxants, commonly used to produce muscle relaxation to aid surgical procedures and ventilation of the lungs in elective and critical situations.

Rocthem Injection 5 ml contains Rocuronium bromide. It relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves. Thus, it is easy to aid surgical procedures and ventilation of the lungs in elective and critical situations.

Rocuronium bromide injection is for intravenous use only. Experienced clinicians or trained individuals will administer it. Transient hypotension, hypertension, feeling tired and weak or dizzy are undesirable consequences during your procedure, just like other general anaesthetics, since your anaesthetist will immediately address any issues that emerge during your procedure.

Rocthem Injection 5 ml is recommended not to use if you are hypersensitive to Rocuronium bromide or other similar anaesthetics. Extreme caution should be maintained while using Rocthem Injection 5 ml with a history of patients with burns, Electrolyte Abnormalities, Asthma, Cardiovascular Disease, liver disease, myasthenia gravis, Paralytic Disorder, and Pulmonary Impairment. Rocuronium bromide should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. So, before taking the Rocthem Injection 5 ml, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. Avoid breastfeeding for a certain period (At least 6 hours) after receiving a Rocuronium bromide injection as per the doctor's instructions. Rocuronium bromide should be used with caution in pregnant women, so inform your doctor If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby. It is recommended not to drive or operate heavy machinery for a certain period as this medication may make you tired, weak, or dizzy.

Uses of Rocthem Injection 5 ml

Treatment of Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or other medical procedures

Medicinal Benefits

Rocuronium bromide belongs to the class of drugs known as muscle relaxants. Muscle relaxants are used as part of general anaesthesia during an operation. When undergoing surgery, your muscles must be entirely relaxed. This makes surgery easier for the surgeon. If you are under anaesthesia, rocuronium bromide may be used to facilitate the placement of a tube into your trachea (windpipe) for artificial ventilation (mechanical help of breathing). Rocuronium bromide can also be utilized to relax muscles in Intensive Care Units.

Directions for Use

Rocthem Injection 5 ml will be given to you by your anaesthetist. It is given intravenously (into a vein), either as single injections or as a continuous infusion (a drip).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rocthem Injection 5 ml

  • Transient hypotension
  • Hypertension
  • Feel tired
  • Weak or dizzy

Drug Warnings

Rocthem Injection 5 ml should be used with caution in patients who are allergic to muscle relaxants, have had kidney, heart, vascular, liver, gall bladder, or bile duct disease, have diseases affecting nerves and muscles, have fluid retention (oedema), or have a history of malignant hyperthermia (sudden fever with rapid heartbeat, rapid breathing, and muscle stiffness, pain, and/or weakness). So, before taking the Rocthem Injection 5 ml, inform your doctor about all of your medical issues, sensitivities, and drugs you are using. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Rocthem Injection 5 ml may interact with antibiotics (e.g. amikacin, colistimethate, gentamicin, neomycin, streptomycin) and anti-inflammatory medicines (hydrocortisone).

Drug-Food Interactions: No major interactions were found or established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Rocthem Injection 5 ml contraindicated to use in a population with a history of kidney, heart, vascular, liver, gall bladder, or bile duct disease, have diseases affecting nerves and muscles, have fluid retention (oedema), or have a history of malignant hyperthermia (sudden fever with rapid heartbeat, rapid breathing, and muscle stiffness, pain, and/or weakness).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMIKACIN
  • COLISTIMETHATE
  • GENTAMICIN
  • NEOMYCIN
  • STREPTOMYCIN
  • HYDROCORTISONE

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

General anaesthesia: General anaesthesia is a controlled condition of unconsciousness. During general anaesthesia, medications are used to put you to sleep so that you are unaware of the procedure and do not move or experience discomfort. A general anaesthetic is used for surgical operations if it is safer or more pleasant for you to be asleep.

Muscle relaxant: A muscle relaxant is a medication that affects skeletal muscle function and tone. It can help with symptoms like muscle spasms, discomfort, and hyperreflexia. It can also be utilized in Intensive Care Units to relax muscles for certain medical procedures.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Rocthem Injection 5 ml should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed, and the benefits outweigh the risks. So, inform your doctor before receiving the Rocthem Injection 5 ml if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Avoid breastfeeding for a certain period (at least 6 hours) after receiving a Rocuronium bromide injection as per the doctor's instructions.

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Driving

Unsafe

Patients should not drive or operate heavy machinery for a certain period of time. When rocuronium bromide is administered as part of a general anaesthetic, you may feel tired, weak, or dizzy for a short period of time. Your anesthesiologist can tell you how long the effects will remain.

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Liver

Caution

Caution should be exercised while using Rocthem Injection 5 ml in patients with liver impairment. So, inform your doctor before receiving the Rocthem Injection 5 ml if you have a liver impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Caution should be exercised while using Rocthem Injection 5 ml in patients with Kidney impairment. So, inform your doctor before receiving the Rocthem Injection 5 ml if you have a Kidney impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Rocthem Injection 5 ml can be used in children (newborns and adolescents).

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

11/12, Udyog Nagar, S. V. Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai- 400104.
Other Info - ROC0131

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FAQs

Rocthem Injection 5 ml is used for Skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or other medical procedures.
Rocthem Injection 5 ml contains Rocuronium bromide. It relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves. Thus, it is easy to aid surgical procedures and ventilation of the lungs in elective and critical situations.
Rocthem Injection 5 ml may affect your blood pressure. Fluctuations of the blood pressure are common. Your anaesthetist will quickly deal with any problems that arise during your operation.
You should not receive Rocuronium bromide if you are allergic to rocuronium or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

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