J. Bevan
Aug 1, 1989
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Abstract
Preparation. Suxamethonlum is available as the chloride, bromide, or in some countries, as the iodide salt, and is dissolved in sterile water for injection. It is also known as succinylcholine. Suxamethonium chloride is supplied as a solution and deteriorates with storage, especially in hot countries, and should be stored in a refrigerator at 4° if possible. Suxamethonium bromide is supplied as a powder and dissolved in sterile water just before use, and can be stored for longer. All solutions of suxamethonium are destroyed by alkali, and should not be mixed with thiopentone.