How Does Succinylcholine Work in the Body

A depolarizing neuromuscular blocking

What does succinylcholine do to the body?

Succinylcholine is a skeletal muscle relaxant for intravenous (IV) administration indicated as an adjunct to general anesthesia, to facilitate tracheal intubation, and to provide skeletal muscle relaxation during surgery or mechanical ventilation.

What receptor does succinylcholine work on?

Structurally, succinylcholine is 2 Ach molecules linked together by methyl groups. This binds and stimulates the Ach receptor on the postsynaptic neuromuscular endplate, causing ion channels to open and sodium influx to occur.