Malignant Hyperthermia is a life-threatening complication of volatile anesthetics and Succinylcholine. Which drug is used as the specific antidote?
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Correct answer: Dantrolene
Dantrolene is a muscle relaxant that works by binding to the ryanodine receptor (RyR1), inhibiting the excessive release of calcium from the sarcoplasmic reticulum. This prevents the uncontrolled muscle contractions and heat production characteristic of Malignant Hyperthermia.
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