Risperdal Consta and Valtrex

• Generic Name: risperidone
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Perseris, Risperdal Consta, Risperdal Consta, Risperdal, Risperdal M-Tab

Risperdal Consta (risperidone) is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the effects of chemicals in the brain.

Risperdal Consta is a long-acting injection used to treat schizophrenia and symptoms of bipolar disorder (manic depression).

Risperdal Consta injection is sometimes given with lithium or valproate (Depakene).

• Generic Name: valacyclovir
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Valtrex

Valtrex (valacyclovir) is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus to help the body fight the infection.

Valtrex is used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles (herpes zoster) in adults.

Valtrex is used to treat cold sores in children who are at least 12 years old, or chickenpox in children who are at least 2 years old.

Valtrex will not cure herpes and will not prevent you from spreading the virus to other people. However, this medicine can lessen the symptoms of an infection.

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