Answer
It temporarily paralyses the diaphragm and other breathing muscles. The anaesthetist maintains oxygenation and ventilation until muscle function returns.
Sources for this answer
- Suxamethonium Chloride 50mg/ml Solution for Injection/Infusion — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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