rocuronium

English

Etymology

From r(apid) +‎ o(nset) +‎ -curonium (“neuromuscular blocking agent”).

Pronunciation

Noun

rocuronium (uncountable)

  1. (pharmacology) An aminosteroid nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocker used in anesthesia, to facilitate endotracheal intubation, and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.

Derived terms

  • rocuronium bromide
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