Sugammadex (By injection)

soo-GAM-ma-dex

Used to reverse the effects of muscle relaxers given during surgery.

Drug classes

Central Nervous System Agent, Nondepolarizing Muscle Relaxant Antagonist (About this – PubMed Health)

Uses

Uses of This Medicine

Sugammadex injection is used to reverse the effects of the muscle relaxants rocuronium and vecuronium, which are given to adult patients during surgery.

This medicine is to be given by or under the supervision of your doctor.

Other uses (PubMed Health)

How To Use

Injectable

Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Some medicines can affect how sugammadex works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:

Toremifene Birth control pills Blood thinner (including heparin, warfarin)

When Not To Use

This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to sugammadex.

Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, anemia, or a history of bleeding problems.

This medicine may cause an increased risk of bleeding problems.

Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Possible side effects

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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Slow or uneven heartbeat

Unusual bleeding or bruising

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Brand names include

Bridion

There may be other brand names for this medicine.