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About Lavesal 500mg Tablet

LEVETIRACETAM belongs to a group of medications known as 'anti-convulsant' primarily used to treat seizures (fits) due to epilepsy. Epilepsy is a chronic condition where the patients have repeated fits (convulsions). LEVETIRACETAM is used for the epilepsy form in which the fits affect only one side of the brain, but could extend to larger areas on both sides of the brain.

Uses of Lavesal 500mg Tablet

Epilepsy/Seizures

Medicinal Benefits of Lavesal 500mg Tablet

LEVETIRACETAM contains Levetiracetam, used in combination or alone for treating symptoms of epilepsy. It works by slowing down the abnormal signals which the brain gives, leading to episodes of seizures. It helps by suppressing specific brain sites responsible for abnormal activity and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures. It reduces the episodes of seizures but does not cure epilepsy.

Directions for Use

LEVETIRACETAM should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take LEVETIRACETAM exactly as your doctor has said you. Your doctor will advise you how often to take your dose based on your medical condition. Swallow LEVETIRACETAM with a full glass of water; if required, tablets can be broken in half to give a smaller dose. Do not take two doses of LEVETIRACETAM at the same time.

Side Effects of Lavesal 500mg Tablet

In some cases, you may experience daytime drowsiness, disturbed sleep, light-headedness, or dizziness, sleepiness, general weakness, and unexplained infections. Most of these side effects of LEVETIRACETAM do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please reach out to your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Taking LEVETIRACETAM with other anti-epileptic medication can cause severe drowsiness, breathing problems, coma, and death. LEVETIRACETAM should be taken with extreme caution in patients with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. LEVETIRACETAM may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery if taken with alcohol as you may feel dizzy, and you may be unable to concentrate. If you feel excess suicidal thoughts, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances, dizziness, or sleepiness, let your doctor know about this. Pregnant or lactating women should consult a doctor before taking it as Category C pregnancy medication. Do not take LEVETIRACETAM if you are allergic to any of its active ingredients, suffer from lung disease, liver disease, glaucoma, have difficulty in sleeping (sleep apnoea). LEVETIRACETAM can cause serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), which can be life-threatening. Please visit the doctor immediately if you have a rash, itching, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while using this medicine.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

This medicine may have interaction with antianxiety or antiepileptic medicines (carbamazepine, fluvoxamine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone), anti-HIV drugs (amprenavir, ritonavir), acidity medicine (cimetidine), drugs to treat chronic alcoholism (disulfiram), anti-tuberculosis drug (rifampicin), anti-Parkinson’s drug (levodopa), and asthma drugs (theophylline).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 Effectiveness of LEVETIRACETAM is affected in haemodialysis (when kidneys are not naturally able to perform a function), anaemia (low haemoglobin level). Also, obese people (with a BMI greater than 25) should consult a doctor before taking LEVETIRACETAM.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with LEVETIRACETAM to avoid unpleasant side-effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or sleepiness. It may also lead to a life-threatening condition like coma if taken with excessive alcohol.

PREGNANCY

• LEVETIRACETAM is a Category C risk pregnancy drug that is considered unsafe for pregnant women. LEVETIRACETAM can have some harmful effects on the baby (fetus), so your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

BREAST FEEDING

• LEVETIRACETAM passes into the breast milk and may affect the health of the baby. So, keep your doctor informed if you're planning to breastfeed while on this medication.

DRIVING

• LEVETIRACETAM usually causes dizziness, drowsiness, and visual disturbances, which may affect their ability to drive or operate machinery. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel sleepy or dizzy after taking LEVETIRACETAM. Tell your doctor if you get these types of side effects.

LIVER

• LEVETIRACETAM to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

• LEVETIRACETAM to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disorders. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. Do not give LEVETIRACETAM to dialysis patients and kidney failure patients.