How Effective Is Zurzuvae?
Severe PPD often persists for months, so little is known about the long-term impact of the drug.
Participants in the clinical trials were also asked to stop breastfeeding while taking Zurzuvae.
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This sudden separation of mother and infant, while lifesaving, can severely impact mother-infant bonding, Braden said.
How Is Zurzuvae Different From Regular Antidepressants?
What Are the Side Effects of Zurzuvae?
Since the trials were only 45 days long, the long-term side effects are unclear.
Patients suffering from PPD should talk to their healthcare provider to discuss options to manage their symptoms.
The release of Zurzuvae will be an additional option if the first-line treatments dont work well enough.
What This Means For You
Zurzuvae is a fast-acting oral pill for severe postpartum depression.
It’s expected to launch in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Food and Drug Administration.Zurzuvae (zuranolone) capsules, for oral use[drug label].
