Succinylcholine (Anectine); Neuromuscular Blocker, Depolarizing; Inj per mL: 20, 50, 100 mg;
IV: Initial dose 1-2 mg/kg (max 150 mg), maintenance
dose 0.3-0.6 mg/kg
IV prn
IM: 2.5-4 mg/kg (max 150 mg)
Pretreatment with atropine reduces occurrence of bradycardia.