99% Savings - Buy Just @1 Rs X
Levapie, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Levapie has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Levapie is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Levapie are Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levapie can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Levapie are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Levapie's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levapie related warnings talks about Levapie's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Levapie have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Levapie have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Levapie is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Levapie is used to treat the following -
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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Is the use of Levapie safe for pregnant women?
Levapie may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Levapie, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Levapie safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Levapie as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Levapie on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Levapie on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Levapie on the Liver?
Levapie is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Levapie on the Heart?
Using Levapie does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Levapie should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levapie unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levapie habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Levapie is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levapie, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levapie can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Levapie should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Levapie can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levapie
You can take Levapie with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levapie
Taking Levapie with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Levapie is a brand name of levetiracetam and is available in the form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It belongs to the class of drug known as antiepileptics (pyrrolidine anticonvulsants). It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of epilepsy (seizures).
Initially Levapie is given for short-term treatment up to 2-4 weeks later the patient is called for follow up visit and depending on his medical condition doctor might prescribe it for a longer period. You are advised to take Levapie as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, you can take Levapie and ativan (lorazepam) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ativan then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Levapie may be used to treat absence seizures. Scientific studies have found that medicine is effective in decreasing the frequency of absence seizures. However, more studies are needed to confirm its efficacy in the treatment of absence seizures.
Yes, you can take Levapie and topamax (topiramate) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with topamax then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keppra® (levetiracetam)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 765-767
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 420