use of atracurium in cesarean section

ABSTRACT

The use of atracurium in caesarean section was studied in 50 women at term; a dosage of 0.3-0.4 mg/kg body weight caused no significant change in arterial blood pressure and pulse rate. On delivery, regular spontaneous respiration was established in less than 90 s in 45 out of 50 neonates. The 1 -min Apgar score was 8-10 in 44 neonates, 7 in 3, 6 in 1, and 5 in 2. The 5-min Apgar score was 9-10 in 47 neonates and 8 in the remaining 3. At the end of surgery, full recovery was reported in 36 patients without anticholinesterase injection. Atracurium proved to be ideal for patients undergoing caesarean section as it is safe for both mother and fetus