sukkinyylikoliini
Sukkinyylikoliini, known in English as succinylcholine (also suxamethonium), is a short-acting depolarizing neuromuscular blocker used to induce rapid muscle relaxation during anesthesia and airway management. It is a quaternary ammonium compound and a choline ester that acts at the neuromuscular junction.
Mechanism of action: Sukkinyylikoliini binds to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors on the motor endplate, causing initial fasciculations
Pharmacokinetics and administration: The onset of action after intravenous administration is typically 30 to 60 seconds,
Indications, contraindications, and safety: Sukkinyylikoliini is indicated for rapid onset muscle relaxation in anesthesia, especially during
Usage context: Although still employed in some settings for its speed, succinylcholine is increasingly replaced by