Is Vecuronium a Sedative or Paralytic? A Definitive Pharmacological Review
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Vecuronium is a powerful medication used in operating rooms and intensive care units worldwide [1.4.1]. A critical misunderstanding persists about its function: Is vecuronium a sedative or paralytic? The answer is unequivocal: it is a paralytic agent only, with no sedative properties [1.2.1, 1.4.3].