Sugammadex (By injection)

Bridion

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 (including pills, rings, implants and other devices) may not work while you use this medicine. You must use a second form of birth control, such as a condom, a diaphragm, or contraceptive foam or jelly, for up to 7 days after your last treatment.
  • Blood thinner (including heparin, warfarin)

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.

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

Sugammadex (soo-GAM-ma-dex)

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

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

• 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.