Which of the following is sho acting neuromuscular blocking agent: September 2007
Ans. C: Mivacurium Mivacurium have fast onset and resolution of action Onset: 2-4 minutes and duration is 12-20 minutes It does not need reversal. Dose and speed of injection related transient cutaneous flushing can occur due to histamine release. It is metabolized rapidly by plasma cholinesterases; prolonged paralysis can occur in pseudocholinesterase deficiency.
Pancuronium
Doxacurium
Mivacurium
Vecuronium