Keppra Syrup
Ucb India Pvt Ltd
Prescription required
Uses of Keppra Syrup:
Epilepsy
Composition of Keppra Syrup:
Levetiracetam 100mg/ml
MRP:
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396.4
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Description
Epilepsy
Uses
Levetiracetam is generally used in treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures.
Side effects
- Irritability
- Sleepiness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Levetiracetam, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Levetiracetam is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Levetiracetam is antiepileptic medicine that improves the condition by attaching to Synaptic vesicle glycoprotein 2A on the nerve cell surfaces. This reduces the the excessive activity in the nerve cells of the brain. It helps prevent the abnormal electrical sig
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Levetiracetam?
Levetiracetam belongs to a class of medication called antiepileptics (medicines used to treat seizures/epilepsy). It is mainly used for epilepsy form in which the seizure (fit) initially affect one side of the brain but can extend to larger areas on both sides of the brain. This can also be used as an add on drug in other types of seizures with other antiepileptic drugs.
Q. Does Levetiracetam contain paracetamol (acetaminophen)?
No, No, Levetiracetam does not contain paracetamol (acetaminophen).
Q. Is Levetiracetam an enzyme inducer?
No, Levetiracetam is not an enzyme inducer. Some studies do report that Levetiracetam has enzyme-inducing property to some extent. Please consult your doctor before taking Levetiracetam with other medicines as it may decrease the efficacy of other medicines taken along with.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen or paracetamol with Levetiracetam?
There are no known drug-drug interactions between Levetiracetam and paracetamol/ ibuprofen. But doctor's advice should be followed about taking both the medications together.
Q. Does Levetiracetam get you high?
Levetiracetam does not get you high.
Q. Does Levetiracetam cause hair loss?
Hair loss has been reported as a rare side effect of Levetiracetam. It is reversible if the medicine is stopped. Please consult your doctor if you experience hair fall while you are taking Levetiracetam.
Q. Can Levetiracetam cause anxiety?
Anxiety is a commonly reported side effect of Levetiracetam. Please consult your doctor if you experience anxiety which could be either new onset or there is worsening of anxiety while you are taking Levetiracetam.
Q. Can Levetiracetam cause weight gain?
Weight gain has been reported as a side effect with Levetiracetam but this is not a very common side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you experience weight gain while taking Levetiracetam.
Q. Does Levetiracetam cause memory loss?
Memory impairment has been reported as an uncommon side effect with Levetiracetam. Please consult your doctor if you experience this symptom while you are taking Levetiracetam
Q. Does Levetiracetam cause dizziness?
Dizziness is one of the most frequently reported side effects of Levetiracetam.
Q. Does Levetiracetam cause constipation?
Constipation has been reported by a few patients taking Levetiracetam but it is not a very common side effect.
Q. Can the use of Levetiracetam cause an increase in blood pressure?
High blood pressure has not been reported in patients taking Levetiracetam. However, please consult your doctor if experience this problem.
Q. Is Levetiracetam a psychotropic medication?
No, Levetiracetam is not a psychotropic medication. Levetiracetam belongs to a group of medicines used for the management of seizures or epilepsy.
Q. Is Levetiracetam a steroid?
No, Levetiracetam is not a steroid. Levetiracetam belongs to a group of medicines used for the management of seizures or epilepsy.
Q. Is Levetiracetam a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO-I)?
No, Levetiracetam is not a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO-I). Levetiracetam belongs to a group of medicines used for the management of seizures or epilepsy.
Q. Is Levetiracetam a benzodiazepine?
No, Levetiracetam is not a benzodiazepine. Levetiracetam belongs to a group of medicines used for the management of seizures or epilepsy.
Q. Can I take Levetiracetam with ibuprofen?
No, interaction has been reported between Levetiracetam and ibuprofen. However, this does not mean that the interactions do not occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Levetiracetam with paracetamol?
Minor interaction can occur between Levetiracetam and paracetamol as Levetiracetam can induce the metabolism of paracetamol and there could be an increase in metabolites of paracetamol which are hepatotoxic (toxic to the liver). Please consult your physician before taking the two medicines together.
Levetiracetam belongs to a class of medication called antiepileptics (medicines used to treat seizures/epilepsy). It is mainly used for epilepsy form in which the seizure (fit) initially affect one side of the brain but can extend to larger areas on both sides of the brain. This can also be used as an add on drug in other types of seizures with other antiepileptic drugs.
Q. Does Levetiracetam contain paracetamol (acetaminophen)?
No, No, Levetiracetam does not contain paracetamol (acetaminophen).
Q. Is Levetiracetam an enzyme inducer?
No, Levetiracetam is not an enzyme inducer. Some studies do report that Levetiracetam has enzyme-inducing property to some extent. Please consult your doctor before taking Levetiracetam with other medicines as it may decrease the efficacy of other medicines taken along with.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen or paracetamol with Levetiracetam?
There are no known drug-drug interactions between Levetiracetam and paracetamol/ ibuprofen. But doctor's advice should be followed about taking both the medications together.
Q. Does Levetiracetam get you high?
Levetiracetam does not get you high.
Q. Does Levetiracetam cause hair loss?
Hair loss has been reported as a rare side effect of Levetiracetam. It is reversible if the medicine is stopped. Please consult your doctor if you experience hair fall while you are taking Levetiracetam.
Q. Can Levetiracetam cause anxiety?
Anxiety is a commonly reported side effect of Levetiracetam. Please consult your doctor if you experience anxiety which could be either new onset or there is worsening of anxiety while you are taking Levetiracetam.
Q. Can Levetiracetam cause weight gain?
Weight gain has been reported as a side effect with Levetiracetam but this is not a very common side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you experience weight gain while taking Levetiracetam.
Q. Does Levetiracetam cause memory loss?
Memory impairment has been reported as an uncommon side effect with Levetiracetam. Please consult your doctor if you experience this symptom while you are taking Levetiracetam
Q. Does Levetiracetam cause dizziness?
Dizziness is one of the most frequently reported side effects of Levetiracetam.
Q. Does Levetiracetam cause constipation?
Constipation has been reported by a few patients taking Levetiracetam but it is not a very common side effect.
Q. Can the use of Levetiracetam cause an increase in blood pressure?
High blood pressure has not been reported in patients taking Levetiracetam. However, please consult your doctor if experience this problem.
Q. Is Levetiracetam a psychotropic medication?
No, Levetiracetam is not a psychotropic medication. Levetiracetam belongs to a group of medicines used for the management of seizures or epilepsy.
Q. Is Levetiracetam a steroid?
No, Levetiracetam is not a steroid. Levetiracetam belongs to a group of medicines used for the management of seizures or epilepsy.
Q. Is Levetiracetam a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO-I)?
No, Levetiracetam is not a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO-I). Levetiracetam belongs to a group of medicines used for the management of seizures or epilepsy.
Q. Is Levetiracetam a benzodiazepine?
No, Levetiracetam is not a benzodiazepine. Levetiracetam belongs to a group of medicines used for the management of seizures or epilepsy.
Q. Can I take Levetiracetam with ibuprofen?
No, interaction has been reported between Levetiracetam and ibuprofen. However, this does not mean that the interactions do not occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Levetiracetam with paracetamol?
Minor interaction can occur between Levetiracetam and paracetamol as Levetiracetam can induce the metabolism of paracetamol and there could be an increase in metabolites of paracetamol which are hepatotoxic (toxic to the liver). Please consult your physician before taking the two medicines together.
Expert Advice
- Your doctor has prescribed Levetiracetam to reduce the frequency of seizures.Levetiracetam should be taken at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.Do not stop using Levetiracetam without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Levetiracetam, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease. The dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Product Details
SKU: PC-42179
Product Description: Keppra Syrup is manufactured by Ucb India Pvt Ltd
Packing: Bottle
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Keppra Syrup is manufactured by Ucb India Pvt Ltd
Packing: Bottle
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
