Trandate Intravenous and Zulresso

• Generic Name: labetalol
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Trandate, Normodyne

Labetalol injection is used to treat severe high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled .

This medicine 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 .

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

• Generic Name: brexanolone
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Zulresso

Zulresso (brexanolone) is a prescription medicine used to treat postpartum depression.

Zulresso is available only under a special program because it can cause excessive drowsiness or sudden loss of consciousness. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of this medicine.

Zulresso is given as a continuous intravenous infusion over a total of 60 houts.