pancuronium
Noun
Meaning
pancuronium (uncountable)
(pharmacology) A synthetic steroid which is used as a neuromuscular blocking agent.
Phrases with the word
Examples
The muscle relaxant should be given intravenously to ensure optimal availability but pancuronium bromide may be administered intramuscularly at an increased dosage level of 40 mg.
Then, a triple dose of a non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking drug is given, such as 20 mg pancuronium bromide (Pavulon) or 20 mg vecuronium bromide (Norcuron).