Brivaracetam oral/injection and Signifor

• Generic Name: brivaracetam
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Briviact

Brivaracetam is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant.

Brivaracetam is used to treat partial onset seizures in people with epilepsy.

Brivaracetam oral is for use in adults and children who are at least 4 years old. Brivaracetam injection is for use in people who are at least 16 years old.

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

• Generic Name: pasireotide
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Signifor, Signifor LAR

Signifor (pasireotide) is a man-made protein that is similar to a hormone in the body called somatostatin. Pasireotide lowers certain hormone substances produced in the body.

Signifor is used to treat Cushing's disease or acromegaly (endocrine disorders).

Signifor is usually given after surgery or other treatments have been tried without success.