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Bridion

sugammadex
Used for Post-Surgical Care
Used for Post-Surgical Care

Bridion (sugammadex) is a medication injected intravenously (into the vein) to reverse the effects of certain medications that cause temporary muscle paralysis (loss of muscle movement) required during surgery. Bridion (sugammadex) is approved for use in adults and children 2 years and older, but it can only be given by a trained healthcare provider.

Last reviewed on May 24, 2022
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What is Bridion (sugammadex)?

What is Bridion (sugammadex) used for?

  • To reverse the effects of certain muscle-paralyzing medications used during surgery in both adults and children

How Bridion (sugammadex) works

Drug Facts

Common BrandsBridion
Drug ClassAntidote
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityPrescription only
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Frequently asked questions about Bridion (sugammadex)

What is Bridion (sugammadex)?
Bridion (sugammadex) is an injectable medication used after surgery to reverse the effects of temporary muscle paralysis from medications called rocuronium bromide and vecuronium bromide. Bridion (sugammadex) helps you regain muscle movement by binding to rocuronium or vecuronium in your body so that those medications can no longer work.
What are some common side effects of Bridion (sugammadex)?
Common side effects of Bridion (sugammadex) experienced by adults include vomiting, pain, nausea, low blood pressure, and headache. For children, they can include experience pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Can Bridion (sugammadex) cause an allergic reaction?
Although rare, Bridion (sugammadex) can cause serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in some people. Symptoms can show up within 5 minutes of getting Bridion (sugammadex), and can include redness and swelling of the eyes, hives, skin redness, swelling of the throat, difficulty breathing. Other, less serious symptoms of an allergic reaction can include nausea, itching, rash. Let your provider know right away if you experience any of the signs and symptoms mentioned so they can provide you with the appropriate care.
What are some things my provider will monitor for while I'm recovering with Bridion (sugammadex)?
Besides looking out for signs of muscle movement, your provider will also monitor your heart rate and breathing while you're recovering with Bridion (sugammadex). Bridion (sugammadex) can slow down your heart rate, and raise the risk of cardiac arrest (when your heart stops beating). Some people experience this within minutes of getting Bridion (sugammadex), so your provider will monitor your heart and, if needed, give you medications to raise your heart rate. In addition, your provider will also monitor your breathing. After you get Bridion (sugammadex), it might take some time before you can breathe on your own so your provider will place a ventilator on you to help you breathe.
Will Bridion (sugammadex) affect other medications that I take?
Bridion (sugammadex) can cause hormonal birth controls to not work well. If you're taking a hormonal birth control, use a back-up form of birth control (e.g., condoms or spermicides) for a week after getting Bridion (sugammadex). Let your provider know about all of the medications you're taking before your surgery so they can help you check for interactions.
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