

Artacil Injection
Manufacturer
Neon Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Atracurium (10mg/ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Artacil Injection is a muscle relaxant used along with general anesthesia or sedatives to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgical procedures.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Artacil Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. The most common side effects of this medicine include skin flush, skin redness, and itching. It may also cause pain, redness, and swelling at the site of injection. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Artacil Injection relaxes the muscles by blocking the impulses from the nerves.
Quick Tips
Artacil Injection is given as an injection by the healthcare professional. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You may get pain, itching, redness or discomfort at the site of the injection. Inform your doctor if it does not go away or bothers you. It is advisable to avoid driving or machinery work for a period of 24 hours after taking this medicine.
Frequently asked questions
Is Artacil Injection an aminosteroid?
Artacil Injection is not an aminosteroid. It is a benzylisoquinolines (muscle relaxant).
Why does Artacil Injection cause hypotension?
Artacil Injection causes hypotension (low blood pressure) due to the release of histamine.
What triggers histamine release from Artacil Injection?
It acts on blood cells called basophils or mast cells, which subsequently release histamine.
How long does Artacil Injection take to work?
The onset of action for Artacil Injection is approximately 2-4 minutes, and it typically lasts for 20-35 minutes.