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Discover resources and find local support for moms and families experiencing postpartum depression (PPD).
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Learn more about the possible signs and symptoms of PPD and treatment with ZULRESSO from real patients.
For more information, please see the ZULRESSO Medication Guide.
In clinical studies, treatment with ZULRESSO was completed in 2.5 days.
ZULRESSO is administered into your vein by a continuous intravenous (IV) infusion. The infusion lasts 2.5 days, and treatment will take place in a REMS-certified hospital or other healthcare setting. Because of the risk of serious harm resulting from excessive sedation or sudden loss of consciousness during treatment, ZULRESSO is only available through a restricted program called the ZULRESSO REMS in which a healthcare provider will carefully monitor you at a certified healthcare facility.
ZULRESSO and some medicines may interact with each other and cause serious side effects.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take:
Tell your healthcare provider if you drink alcohol or have kidney problems. Your healthcare provider will decide if other medicines can be taken with ZULRESSO.
Before receiving ZULRESSO, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you: are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. It is not known if ZULRESSO will harm your unborn baby.
There is a pregnancy registry for people who are exposed to ZULRESSO during pregnancy. The purpose of the registry is to collect information about the health of people exposed to ZULRESSO and their baby. If you become pregnant during treatment with ZULRESSO, speak with your healthcare provider about registering with the National Pregnancy Registry for Antidepressants at 1-844-405-6185 or visit https://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/antidepressants/
If you’re considering breastfeeding while taking ZULRESSO, please speak with your healthcare provider.
ZULRESSO can cause serious side effects, including:
Excessive sedation and sudden loss of consciousness. ZULRESSO may cause you to feel very sleepy (excessive sedation) or pass out (loss of consciousness) during treatment. Your healthcare provider should check you for symptoms of excessive sleepiness every 2 hours while you are awake.
Increased risk of suicidal thoughts or actions. ZULRESSO and other antidepressant medicines may increase suicidal thoughts and actions in some people 24 years of age and younger. Depression or other serious mental illnesses are the most significant causes of suicidal thoughts or actions.
How can I watch for and try to prevent suicidal thoughts and actions?
Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms:
The most common side effects of ZULRESSO include:
These are not all the side effects of ZULRESSO. For more information, ask your healthcare provider.
ZULRESSO may make you feel dizzy and sleepy. Do not drive a car or do other dangerous activities after your ZULRESSO infusion until your feeling of sleepiness has completely gone away.
Do not drink alcohol while receiving ZULRESSO. But there may also be other things you need to avoid; speak with your healthcare provider.
You may have questions about the ZULRESSO infusion before beginning treatment. Your doctor and the team at your Treating Center should be your primary resources for any questions regarding treatment with ZULRESSO. ZULRESSO must be administered in a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS)-certified healthcare setting so that a doctor or other healthcare provider will be present to monitor you throughout treatment.
In addition, Sage Central is your source for patient support resources and programs, providing information and support to help navigate the treatment journey.
Sage Central provides financial assistance options to eligible patients. Once you are enrolled in Sage Central, you will be automatically enrolled in the financial assistance programs for which you may be eligible. Your continued eligibility is subject to the satisfaction of the terms and conditions for the financial assistance programs. For more information, including terms and conditions, visit the Sage Central website.
ZULRESSO® is a prescription medicine used to treat Postpartum Depression in individuals 15 years and older.
It is not known if ZULRESSO is safe and effective in individuals less than 15 years of age.
ZULRESSO can cause serious side effects, including:
Before receiving ZULRESSO, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you:
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
ZULRESSO and some medicines may interact with each other and cause serious side effects.
Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take other antidepressants, opioids, or Central Nervous System (CNS) depressants (such as benzodiazepines).
Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them to show your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. Your healthcare provider will decide if other medicines can be taken with ZULRESSO.
ZULRESSO is given to you by continuous intravenous (IV) infusion into your vein. The infusion will last for a total of 60 hours (2.5 days).
ZULRESSO can cause serious side effects, including:
How can I watch for and try to prevent suicidal thoughts and actions?
Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you:
The most common side effects of ZULRESSO include:
These are not all the side effects of ZULRESSO.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Please also see Full Prescribing Information including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide for ZULRESSO® and discuss any questions you may have with your healthcare provider.
ZULRESSO® (brexanolone) is a prescription medicine used to treat Postpartum Depression in individuals 15 years and older.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
ZULRESSO can cause serious side effects, including: Excessive sedation and sudden loss of consciousness. ZULRESSO may cause you to feel very sleepy (excessive sedation) or pass out (loss of consciousness). Your healthcare provider should check you for symptoms of excessive sleepiness every 2 hours while you are awake