Amendo

Yes, Amendo might cause anxiety. It is a rare side effect of this drug and it occurs due to behavior changes which might be caused by this drug. If you are experiencing any behavior changes such as aggression, anxiety, depression, and irritability then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately.

No, short-term treatment with Amendo does not cause vitamin D deficiency. However, scientific data suggests that long-term use of Amendo may indirectly cause vitamin D deficiency.

Yes, Amendo causes sedation, drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Sedation occurs due to inhibition of excess activity of brain. If you are experiencing sedation after taking this drug then you are advised to not drive any vehicle or operate heavy machinery to avoid an accidental injury.

Yes, Amendo might cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.

Amendo contains levetiracetam which is an anti-epileptic agent. The exact mechanism for antiepileptic activity is not known but it is presumed that Amendo works by preventing the release of chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) in the brain by binding to specific proteins (synaptic vesicle protein). It indirectly helps in increasing the activity of inhibitory neurotransmitter (GABA) which prevents the abnormal activity in the brain. In this way Amendo prevents from the seizures.