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Medicine Highlights
| Uses | 1. It is used to treat different types of seizures (partial, generalized, tonic, clonic, myoclonic) |
| Common Side Effects | 1. If you are 65 or older, use this medicine with caution. Older adults may experience more side effects due to reduced kidney and liver function, and there may be a higher risk of mental health issues. 2. Children under 4 years are recommended to check their blood pressure often. So that shocks due to blood pressure changes can be controlled. |
| Additional Information | Avoid consuming alcohol and tobacco with this medicine. |
| Storage | 1. The medicine should be stored at room temperature 2. Keep away from sunlight and moisture 3. Keep away from the reach of children |
| How to Take This Medicine | The medicine should be taken orally |
Levetiracetam Summary
Levetiracetam 250 mg belongs to a class of medications called anticonvulsants or antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). More specifically, it’s considered a broad-spectrum anticonvulsant, meaning it can help manage several different types of seizures (partial, generalized, tonic, clonic, and myoclonic). This medicine is most often taken in tablet form, depending on the patient’s situation. Doctors often choose levetiracetam because it usually does not interfere with other medicines and is easy to use. It also acts quickly in the body. Even though some people may experience side effects, many tolerate it well. Overall, levetiracetam helps improve daily life for people with seizures by reducing severity and frequency. Over time, this can help people with epilepsy lead more stable, active lives with fewer disruptions from unexpected seizures.
Levetiracetam Uses
Levetiracetam 250 mg is an oral broad spectrum anticonvulsants and is used to treat seizures like partial, generalized, clonic and myoclonic seizures.
Directions for use
- Take levetiracetam exactly as prescribed by your doctor, regularly at the same time each day.
- Do not stop taking levetiracetam without your doctor’s approval, even if you feel better.
- If you forget to take the medicine, take it as soon as you remember, unless it’s almost time for the next one, then just skip it.
Levetiracetam side effects
More Common
- Drowsiness
- Irritability
- Feeling unusually weak or tired
- Infection
- Dizziness
- Aggression (Children)
- Nasal congestion (Children)
- Lack of appetite (Children)
- Stomach pain or diarrhea.
- Nose or throat irritation.
- Trouble sleeping.
- Headache.
- Upset stomach or throwing up.
- Flu-like signs
Less Common
- Breathing problems or wheezing
- Racing heart
- Fever or general ill feeling
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat
- Trouble swallowing or throat tightness
- Itching, skin rash, or pale red bumps on the skin called hives
- Nausea or vomiting
- Slowed gut movement
- Mood changes
- Blood disorders
- Suicidal thoughts
- Behavioral changes
- Loss of coordination
How Levetiracetam works
Levetiracetam helps control seizures by working on a special protein in the brain called SV2A. This protein plays a key role in how nerve cells send messages to each other. During a seizure, the brain’s electrical activity goes out of control, firing all at once. Levetiracetam helps calm that firing outburst of signals. By attaching to the SV2A protein, levetiracetam changes the way certain brain chemicals (neurotransmitters) are released. This reduces the chances of nerves becoming overexcited. As a result, it becomes harder for a seizure to start or spread. Importantly, levetiracetam does all of this without affecting normal brain function. It helps keep brain signals stable and balanced, so a person is less likely to have seizures.
Safety Measures and Warning
📌 Pregnancy
Pregnant women are not recommended to take levetiracetam, as there are no human studies supporting its safety during pregnancy. In case of an emergency, consult a doctor before using it.
📌 Breastfeeding
Levetiracetam passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should stop breastfeeding or stop levetiracetam.
📌 Past Mental Health Issues
Patients having history of mental health problems may experience worsening symptoms, so it is important to consult a doctor before using this medicine.
📌 Kidney and Liver Problem
Patients suffering from kidney and liver problems are more prone to kidney and liver damage after consuming levetiracetam, so consult a doctor before using them.
Levetiracetam Interaction with Food Product
Avoid alcohol and smoking, with this levetiracetam as they can alter drugs effect and may cause severe drowsiness and sedation because of their direct action on the brain.
Levetiracetam Interaction with Other Medicines
Avoid taking Levetiracetam 250 mg with the following medicines, as it may increase or decrease the desired effect, or in worse cases, it could be fatal:
Levetiracetam Chemical Structure
IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry)/ Chemical name
(S)-2-(2-oxo-1-pyrrolidinyl)butanamide
Intake routine/cycle
📌 Daily Dose
Take levetiracetam exactly as your doctor recommends. The dose may change based on your condition and how well you respond. Do not take more than prescribed without consulting your doctor.
📌 Missed Dose
If you forget to take your medicine, take the medication as soon as you remember. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Always consult the doctor before making any changes to your dosage.
📌 Overdose
Don’t take more than 3000 mg of levetiracetam per day, as it may cause severe adverse effects like extreme drowsiness, confusion, low blood pressure, unconsciousness, high fever, vision problems, and hallucinations. Patients consuming alcohol or any antidepressant medications should not take levetiracetam, as it causes severe overdose leading to potential adverse effects.
Storage
- Store the medicine at room temperature
- Keep away from sunlight and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
FAQ’s
1. 1. What are levetiracetam brand names?
➡️ Levetiracetam has different brand names, such as Keppra, Roweepra, and Spritam. Although levetiracetam has different brand names that are endorsed by marketing companies, the salt name and work remains the same. Many of the brands fail to pass the CDSCO standard quality test, and this is where Saya Care steps in, at SayaCare we provide the medicine with a quality test report at 80% discount.
2. 2. What is Levetiracetam 250 mg uses?
➡️ Levetiracetam 250 mg is commonly used for controlling a broad range of seizure occurrences. It doesn’t treat any seizure but controls it before it occurs.
3. 3. For which condition is levetiracetam indicated?
➡️ It is used for the indications known to control a broad range of seizures like focal, grand mal, clonal, tonic, and myoclonic seizures.
4. 4. Which category does levetiracetam belongs to?
➡️ Levetiracetam belongs to a category of anticonvulsants, or antiepileptics, used to control seizures.
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