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Raplon Side Effects

Generic name: rapacuronium

Note: This document contains side effect information about rapacuronium. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Raplon.

Applies to rapacuronium: intravenous powder for injection.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular effects including hypotension (5.2%), tachycardia (3.2%), and bradycardia (1.5%) have been reported.[Ref]

Respiratory

Respiratory effect including bronchospasm (3.2%) have been reported.[Ref]

References

1. Product Information. Raplon (rapacuronium). Organon. 2001;PROD.

2. Goudsouzian NG. Rapacuronium and bronchospasm. Anesthesiology. 2001;94:727-8.

3. Kron SS. Severe bronchospasm and desaturation in a child associated with rapacuronium. Anesthesiology. 2001;94:923-4.

4. Naguib M. How serious is the bronchospasm induced by rapacuronium?. Anesthesiology. 2001;94:924-5.

5. Meakin GH, Pronske EH, Lerman J, Orr R, Joffe D, Savaree AM, Lynn AM. Bronchospasm after rapacuronium in infants and children. Anesthesiology. 2001;94:926-7.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.