Rocon TM
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Active ingredients: rocuronium
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ROCON rocuronium bromide 50 mg/5 mL solution for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Adjunct to general anaesthesia to facilitate endotracheal intubation during routine induction, to provide muscle relaxation and to facilitate mechanical ventilation in adults, children and infants over 1 month of age.. Adjunct to general anaesthesia to facilitate endotracheal intubation during rapid sequence induction when suxamethonium is contraindicated, however, this has not been studied in infants and children. Rocuronium is also indicated as an adjunct in the intensive care unit (ICU) to facilitate mechanical ventilation.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear colourless to yellowish solution in glass vial
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- vial pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient rocuronium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
