Brevipil 100 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Brevipil 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilepsy

Brevipil 100 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Brevipil 100 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Brevipil 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Brevipil may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Brevipil, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Brevipil 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Brevipil in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Brevipil is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Brevipil 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Using Brevipil does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Brevipil 100 Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Brevipil rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Brevipil 100 Tablet on the Heart?

Using Brevipil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Brevipil 100 Tablet with Other Drugs

Brevipil 100 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Alprazolam

Amitriptyline

Paracetamol,Codeine

Codeine

Diazepam

Brevipil 100 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brevipil 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Brevipil 100 Tablet

Is this Brevipil 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Brevipil 100 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Brevipil 100 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Brevipil 100 Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Brevipil 100 Tablet can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Brevipil 100 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Brevipil 100 Tablet

Taking Brevipil 100 Tablet with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Brevipil 100 Tablet

Taking Brevipil 100 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Briviact® (brivaracetam)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 242-243