Perseris injection and Sandostatin

• 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.

• Generic Name: octreotide
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Sandostatin, Sandostatin LAR Depot

Sandostatin (octreotide) is a man-made protein that is similar to a hormone in the body called somatostatin. Octreotide lowers many substances in the body such as insulin and glucagon (involved in regulating blood sugar), growth hormone, and chemicals that affect digestion.

Sandostatin is used to treat acromegaly. Octreotide is also used to reduce flushing episodes and watery diarrhea caused by cancerous tumors (carcinoid syndrome) or tumors called vasoactive intestinal peptide tumors (VIP adenomas).

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