Metoprolol Intravenous and Valproate sodium Intravenous

• Generic Name: metoprolol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Kapspargo Sprinkle, Lopressor, Toprol-XL, Toprol XL

Metoprolol injection is used to reduce the risk of death from an acute heart attack. It is given to people who have already had a heart attack.

Metoprolol is a beta-blocker. It works by affecting the response to nerve impulses in certain parts of the body, like the heart. As a result, the heart beats slower and decreases the blood pressure. When the blood pressure is lowered, the amount of blood and oxygen is increased to the heart.

Metoprolol is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: valproic acid
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Depakene, Depacon, Stavzor, Valproate Sodium

Valproate sodium injection is used to treat certain types of seizures (epilepsy). Valproate sodium is an anticonvulsant that works in the brain tissue to stop seizures.

Valproate sodium is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.