Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ryanodex as follows: Chronic use of ryanodex can induce inflammation of the pericardium, a membrane surrounding the heart, resulting in swelling of the pericardium, palpitations of heart, and episodes of chest pain. Secondary to inflammation of the pericardium, fluid gets built up around the heart. In severe cases of pericarditis, the fluid accumulation around the heart can exert pressure on the heart from all sides and prevent the [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Ryanodex as follows:   Pulmonary side-effects Pleura is a membrane surrounding the lungs. Chronic use of ryanodex can induce inflammation of the pleura (pleuritis), resulting in swelling of the pleura and episodes of chest pain. As the inflamed membranes rub against the tissues during breathing in and out, the chest pain with pleuritis characteristically worsens. Secondary to inflammation of the membranes, fluid gets built up in the [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Ryanodex as follows: Dermatologic side-effects Ryanodex use can contribute to intense skin rash, erythema, and abnormal hair growth. Ryanodex administered into the vein can result in inflammation of the vein with redness and swelling of the site. Individuals could experience intense pain and tenderness at the site of injection. In severe cases, ryanodex administered as a shot can result in necrosis of body tissue at the site [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Ryanodex as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Ryanodex use can result in episodes of confusion, dizziness, and light-headedness. This risk with ryanodex can be even high when it is taken along with any other products and medications causing central nervous depression, such as, alcohol, opioid pain medications, antidepressants, antianxiety medications, and sedatives. Watching closely for therapeutic response to report any poorly tolerated confusion and dizziness can help [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Ryanodex as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Ryanodex use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with ryanodex, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be [...]