Cisatracurium dosing
Paralytics · 2 mg/mL · IV Push
Calculated, not generatedWeight-based dose
| Dose | Per kg | For 70 kg |
|---|---|---|
| low | 0.1 mg/kg | 7 mg |
| standard | 0.15 mg/kg | 10.5 mg |
| high | 0.2 mg/kg | 14 mg |
Renal & hepatic adjustment
✓ Hofmann elimination (organ-independent) — no renal or hepatic dose adjustment. Preferred neuromuscular blocker in organ dysfunction.
Source: Stoelting's Pharmacology & Physiology
Onset, duration & pearls
Onset2-3 min
Duration30-40 min
Side effects: Minimal hemodynamic effects.
- Hofmann degradation — organ-independent
- Ideal choice in hepatic/renal impairment
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