BREVIBLOC vs TRANDATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. BREVIBLOC and TRANDATE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	BREVIBLOC	TRANDATE
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	—	~$4.36 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ESMOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE	LABETALOL HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Baxter Hlthcare	Sebela Ireland Ltd
Dosage forms	Injectable	Tablet
Drug class	Beta-Adrenergic Blocker	Beta-Adrenergic Blocker
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	—	about 6 to 8 hours after an oral dose (about 5.5 hours after an intravenous dose)
Treats	Angina Pectoris, Heart Failure, Hypertension	Angina Pectoris, Heart Failure, Malignant Hypertension

brevibloc trandate

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

~$4.36 /30

Type

Active ingredient

ESMOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE

LABETALOL HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Baxter Hlthcare

Sebela Ireland Ltd

Dosage forms

Injectable

Tablet

Drug class

Beta-Adrenergic Blocker

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

—

about 6 to 8 hours after an oral dose (about 5.5 hours after an intravenous dose)

Treats

Angina Pectoris, Heart Failure, Hypertension

Angina Pectoris, Heart Failure, Malignant Hypertension

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Brevibloc and Trandate?

Brevibloc contains Esmolol Hydrochloride, while Trandate contains Labetalol Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.