Azacitidine Subcutaneous and Perseris injection

• Generic Name: azacitidine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Vidaza

Azacitidine injection is used to treat patients with French-American-British (FAB) myelodysplastic syndrome subtypes, including refractory anemia or chronic leukemia.

Azacitidine belongs to the group of medicines called metabolites. It interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed. Since the growth of normal body cells may also be affected by azacitidine, other effects will also occur. Some of these may be serious and must be reported to your doctor. Some effects may not occur for months or years after the medicine is used.

Azacitidine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: risperidone
• Dosage Forms: extended-release injectable suspension
• Other Brand Names: Perseris, Risperdal Consta, Risperdal, Risperdal Consta, Risperdal M-Tab

Perseris is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the effects of chemicals in the brain.

Perseris is used to treat schizophrenia and symptoms of bipolar disorder (manic depression).

Perseris is sometimes given with lithium or valproate (Depakene).

Perseris may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.