WHY is this medicine prescribed?
Sugammadex is to reverse the actions of certain neuromuscular (nerve and muscle) blocking medications (drugs used during surgery to assist with mechanical breathing needed to perform the surgery safely). Sugammadex is in a class of medications called neuromuscular blocking agent antidotes. It works by attaching to the neuromuscular blocking medications (i.e., rocuronium or vecuronium) to reduce the amount of active medication available to block the nerves and muscles.
HOW should this medicine be used?
Sugammadex comes as a solution (liquid) given intravenously (into a vein) by a specially trained medical professional during surgery. It is given at a time after surgery when the neuromuscular blocking is no longer necessary.
Ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient.
Are there OTHER USES for this medication?
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS should I follow?
Before taking sugammadex,
What SPECIAL DIETARY instructions should I follow?
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.
What SIDE EFFECTS can this medicine cause?
Sugammadex may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical treatment:
Sugammadex may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online (http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch) or by phone (1-800-332-1088).
What OTHER INFORMATION should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor may order certain lab tests to check your body's response to sugammadex.
Before having any laboratory test, tell your doctor and the laboratory personnel that you received sugammadex.
Keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines, vitamins, minerals, and dietary supplements you are taking. Bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to the hospital. You should carry the list with you in case of emergencies.
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