Precautions
Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
It is important that your doctor check your progress closely while you or your child are receiving this medicine. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to receive it. Blood tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects.
Birth control pills may not work as well to prevent pregnancy when used with this medicine. Use another form of birth control, including condoms and spermicides along with your pills. Use an effective form of birth control for at least 7 days after receiving sugammadex.
This medicine may cause serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a rash, itching, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
Bradycardia may occur after receiving this medicine. Tell your doctor right away if you have chest pain or discomfort, lightheadedness, dizziness or fainting, slow or irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, or unusual tiredness.
This medicine may increase your risk of bleeding problems. Tell your doctor right away if you have sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking, or unusual bleeding or bruising.
Before you have any medical tests, tell the medical doctor in charge that you were given this medicine. The results of some tests may be affected by this medicine.
Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2024
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