Enbrel and Toprol XL

• Generic Name: etanercept
• Dosage Forms: subcutaneous injection
• Other Brand Names: Enbrel, Enbrel Prefilled Syringe, Enbrel SureClick, Erelzi Prefilled Syringe, Erelzi Sensoready Pen, Enbrel Mini Prefilled Cartridge

Enbrel (etanercept) is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker. It works by decreasing TNF, a protein produced by the immune system to helps the body fight infections. In people with autoimmune disorders, the immune system produces too much TNF and mistakenly attacks healthy cells.

Enbrel is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis, and to prevent joint damage caused by these conditions.

Enbrel is also used to treat polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis in children who are at least 2 years old.

Enbrel is also used to treat plaque psoriasis in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.

• Generic Name: metoprolol
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names:

  Toprol-XL, Lopressor, Kapspargo Sprinkle, Toprol XL

Toprol-XL (metoprolol succinate) is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).

Toprol-XL is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure).

Toprol-XL is also used to lower your risk of death or needing to be hospitalized for heart failure.

Toprol-XL may also be used for indications not in this medication guide.