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Duration of action of rocuronium

02/09/2026 by Bob Dunn

The Non depolarising neuromuscular blocking agents page has been updated with additional information about the duration of action of rocuronium, particularly emphasising it is highly variable and may be very significantly prolonged.

Categories Updates Tags Resuscitation
Beat to beat variation in QRS amplitude in AF
Ensuring extent of neuromuscular paralysis is measured and reversed prior to extubation

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