Cleviprex and Sodium phenylacetate and benzoate Intravenous

• Generic Name: clevidipine
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Cleviprex

Cleviprex (clevidipine) belongs to a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the muscles of your heart and blood vessels.

Cleviprex is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in people who cannot take medicine by mouth.

Cleviprex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: sodium benzoate / sodium phenylacetate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ammonul

Sodium phenylacetate and benzoate injection combination is used to treat hyperammonemia, which is a condition where there is too much ammonia in the blood. Ammonia is formed from the breakdown of protein in the body. If the ammonia cannot be removed by the body, high amounts in the blood may cause serious unwanted effects. Sodium phenylacetate and benzoate works to reduce the amount of ammonia in the blood.

Sodium phenylacetate and benzoate is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.