What side effects may I notice from receiving Succinylcholine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-eye irritation, itching
-facial flushing
-signs and symptoms of increased potassium like muscle weakness; chest pain; or fast, irregular heartbeat
-signs and symptoms of low blood pressure like dizziness; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls; unusually weak or tired
-signs and symptoms of muscle injury like dark urine; trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine; unusually weak or tired; muscle pain or side or back pain
-unusually slow heartbeat

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-muscle pain
-muscle weakness

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Succinylcholine. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.