Succinylcholine Chloride Injection, Solution
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This is a description of a drug called Succinylcholine Chloride Injection, which comes in a 10 mL vial and has the National Drug Code (NDC) number 43598-666-1. This injection is meant for intravenous or intramuscular use and contains 0mg/10 L of the drug. The label carries a warning that this drug is a paralyzing agent that may cause respiratory arrest, so facilities must have immediate access to artificial respiration if needed. This drug is only available with a prescription and the manufacturer's package insert should be reviewed before use. It is distributed by HF Acquisition Co. in Mukilteo, WA.*

This is a boxed warning about the risk of cardiac arrest from hyperkalemic rhabdomyolysis associated with the administration of succinylcholine to apparently healthy pediatric patients with undiagnosed skeletal muscle myopathy, most frequently Duchenne's muscular dystrophy. This can cause peaked T-waves and sudden cardiac arrest, especially in males aged 8 years or younger. Immediate treatment for hyperkalemia should be instituted, including administration of intravenous calcium, bicarbonate, and glucose with insulin and hyperventilation. Routine resuscitative measures are likely to be unsuccessful due to the abrupt onset of this syndrome. It is recommended that the use of succinylcholine in pediatric patients should be reserved for emergency intubation or instances where immediate securing of the airway is necessary. This drug should only be used by individuals familiar with its actions, characteristics, and hazards.*

This is a product label for a multiple-dose vial with an NDC number of 43598-666-25. The vial contains 10 ml of a solution with a concentration of 20 mg/mL and a total of 200 mg of medication. The osmolality of the solution is not provided.*

This is a description of a drug called Succinylcholine Chloride Injection, USP. The National Drug Code of the drug is 43598-666-11. The drug is used for intravenous or intramuscular use, and it is a paralyzing agent that causes respiratory arrest. Artificial respiration facilities must be immediately available when using this drug. It comes in a 10 mL multiple-dose vial and contains 200 mg/10 mL of succinylcholine chloride. Aseptic technique should be used during the administration of this drug. Additionally, the drug includes 0.18% methylparaben and 0.02% propylparaben.*