How soon could I see results
with ZURZUVAE® (zuranolone)?
with ZURZUVAE® (zuranolone)?
In a clinical study, women taking ZURZUVAE experienced symptom relief as early as day 3.
ZURZUVAE 50 mg was studied in women with PPD whose symptoms started in the third trimester or within 4 weeks of delivery in a 6-week trial. During the trial, patients took either ZURZUVAE or placebo for 14 days, and were followed up for another 4 weeks. Significantly greater PPD symptom improvement was demonstrated at Day 3, Day 15 (the primary endpoint), and Day 45 compared to placebo, using a standard depression rating scale.
Can I breastfeed while taking
ZURZUVAE?
ZURZUVAE?
Talk to your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of breastfeeding and about the best way to feed your baby during the 14-day treatment course with ZURZUVAE. ZURZUVAE passes into breast milk, and it is not known if it can harm your baby.
Can I take ZURZUVAE with my
current antidepressant
medication?
current antidepressant
medication?
Yes. ZURZUVAE can be taken either alone or added to an oral antidepressant. 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 antidepressants, opioids, or CNS depressants such as benzodiazepines.
What happens if I miss a dose
of ZURZUVAE?
of ZURZUVAE?
If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. DO NOT take extra capsules to make up for the missed dose. Keep taking ZURZUVAE 1 time each day until you complete the rest of your 14-day treatment course.
Does ZURZUVAE need to be
taken with food?
taken with food?
Yes. Take ZURZUVAE 1 time each day with foods that have fat in them. Talk to your healthcare provider for food ideas and guidance, and tell them about any food allergies you may have. Get more information about how to take ZURZUVAE.
What are the most common
side effects of ZURZUVAE?
side effects of ZURZUVAE?
The most common side effects of ZURZUVAE are:
- Sleepiness or drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Common cold
- Diarrhea
- Feeling tired, weak, or having no energy
- Urinary tract infection (UTI)
These are not all the possible side effects of ZURZUVAE. Talk to your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects.
How is ZURZUVAE thought to
work?
work?
There are several systems in the brain that may affect the development of postpartum depression (PPD). One of those systems is called GABA. Among other functions, the GABA system helps networks in the brain communicate with each other to regulate mood. While the exact way ZURZUVAE works is not fully understood, it is believed to interact with the GABA system.
How much does ZURZUVAE
cost?
cost?
The out-of-pocket cost of ZURZUVAE depends on several factors, like whether or not you have commercial insurance or government-funded insurance, or you choose to self-pay. For more information on costs and coverage, connect with the support team at ZURZUVAE For You
at 1-844-987-9882.
Is there financial assistance
available for ZURZUVAE?
available for ZURZUVAE?
If you have been prescribed ZURZUVAE to treat your PPD, financial assistance programs such as the ZURZUVAE Savings Card Program* may be available to help you afford your prescribed medication. If you have any questions about financial assistance and support,
call 1-844-987-9882.
*Financial assistance for eligible commercial patients under the ZURZUVAE Savings Card Program will be applied directly by the specialty pharmacy filling the prescription. Restrictions apply. For full terms and conditions, please click here.