What is Bridion? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Feb 14, 2024

Bridion is a prescription medication used to restore muscle function. Bridion is available as a brand name drug only, a generic version is not yet available. The average price of Bridion is around $1,000 for a supply of 20 ml, 100 mg/mL intravenous solution. Use our SingleCare savings offer to get great discounts on Bridion at participating pharmacies near you.

Bridion overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Bridion

Generic Names:

  • Bridion

Uses:

  • Used to reverse the effects of muscle relaxers given during surgery.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Central Nervous System Agent, Nondepolarizing Muscle Relaxant Antagonist

Forms:

  • Injectable

How it’s taken:

  • By injection

What is Bridion used for?

Bridion is a prescription medication that comes in the form of an intravenous solution. It is given to patients at the end of surgery to help restore muscle function that was blocked during surgery. Do not use Bridion if you are allergic to sugammadex. Common side effects may include slow heartbeats; nausea, vomiting and nausea.

What form(s) does Bridion come in?

  • Injectable

What are common Bridion dosages?

  • Vial 2ml of 200mg/2ml

  • Vial 5ml of 500mg/5ml

Bridion images - What does Bridion look like?

  • Bridion
    2ml of 200mg/2ml vial

  • Bridion
    5ml of 500mg/5ml vial

How to take Bridion

  • Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

  • Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Bridion

Bridion contraindications - Who shouldn't take Bridion?

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to sugammadex.

Bridion warnings

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, anemia, or a history of bleeding problems.

  • This medicine may cause an increased risk of bleeding problems.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Bridion interactions & what to avoid when taking Bridion

  • Some medicines can affect how sugammadex works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:ToremifeneBirth control (including pills, rings, implants and other devices) may not work while you use this medicine. You must use a second form of birth control, such as a condom, a diaphragm, or contraceptive foam or jelly, for up to 7 days after your last treatment.Blood thinner (including heparin, warfarin)

  • This medicine may cause an increased risk of bleeding problems.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Bridion side effects - How does Bridion make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Unusual bleeding or bruising

  • Slow or uneven heartbeat

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed

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