| Drug Name: | Sugammadex |
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| Drug Class: | Selective relaxant binding agent |
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| Mechanism of Action: | - Binds to and inactivates aminosteroid neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) such as rocuronium and vecuronium
- Reverses the effects of NMBAs by forming a complex with them, which is then excreted by the kidneys
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| Use: | - Reversal of neuromuscular blockade induced by rocuronium or vecuronium during surgery
- Rapid reversal of NMBAs in emergency situations
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| Side Effects: | - Hypersensitivity reactions
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Hypotension
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| Contraindications: | - Known hypersensitivity to sugammadex or any of its components
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| Specialty: | - Anesthesiology
- Emergency medicine
- Critical care medicine
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