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Pronunciation | soo GAM ma dex |
Trade names | Bridion |
Other names | ORG-25969 |
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Routes of administration | Intravenous |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.121.931 |
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Formula | C72H112O48S8 |
Molar mass | 2002.12 g·mol−1 |
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Sugammadex, sold under the brand name Bridion, is a medication for the reversal of neuromuscular blockade induced by rocuronium and vecuronium[5] in general anaesthesia. It is the first selective relaxant binding agent (SRBA). It is marketed by Merck.[8]
The most common side effects include cough, airway problems due to the anaesthesia wearing off, reduced blood pressure and other complications such as changes in heart rate.[6]
Sugammadex is available as a generic medication.[9]
Bridion FDA label
was invoked but never defined (see the help page).