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Description
Keppra Tablet 500 mg contains levetiracetam, an antiepileptic medication used to treat seizures.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Treatment of partial-onset seizures in adults and children.
– Management of myoclonic seizures.
– Treatment of primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures.
Drug Class or Type:
– Antiepileptic drug (AED).
General Mechanism of Action:
– Levetiracetam is believed to modulate neurotransmitter release by binding to a synaptic vesicle protein (SV2A), which helps to reduce the spread and intensity of seizure activity in the brain.
Common Forms:
– Oral tablets, commonly available in 250 mg, 500 mg, and 1000 mg strengths.
Dosage Instructions:
– The dosage varies by age, weight, and type of seizure.
– Adults usually start at 500 mg twice daily, which may be increased based on response and tolerance.
– Tablets should be taken with or without food.
– Always follow the prescribing doctor’s instructions.
Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, irritability, and infections.
– Less common but serious side effects include mood changes, suicidal thoughts, or severe allergic reactions.
– Contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to levetiracetam.
– May interact with other antiepileptic drugs; always inform the healthcare provider about all medications being taken.
Store tablets in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
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