Perseris
Perseris
PERSERIS® (risperidone) is an extended-release injection that has shown to help stabilize mood and reduce symptoms in schizophrenia.
It’s given as a subcutaneous injection monthly and works steadily over time. In a clinical study, patients taking PERSERIS showed significant symptom improvement after 8 weeks.
Administration Information
PERSERIS is an extended-release injectable suspension, for subcutaneous use. It's given as an injection monthly and works steadily over time. Delivers medicine within hours on Day 1 and keeps delivering medicine throughout the month.
Potential Side Effects
Some of the most common side effects of PERSERIS include:
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Drowsiness
- Pain in arms, legs, back, or muscles;
- Restlessness
- Feeling excessive worry or nervousness
- Pain or redness at the injection site
See a full list of side effects on the drug manufacturer website.
Helpful Resources
What is PERSERIS?
Patient Resources
Before you attend your first appointment at Sage Elevate, please make sure to review the documents below. The Patient Consent Form and HIPAA Privacy Authorization Form need to be filled out and signed ahead of your appointment, whereas the Notice of Privacy Practices, Patient Rights and Responsibilities, and Appointment Lateness and Cancelation are for reference only. Please contact us if you have any questions!
