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Levecad 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy. The alternative uses of Levecad 500 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Levecad 500 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Levecad 500 Tablet are Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levecad 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Levecad 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Levecad 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Levecad 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levecad 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levecad 500 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Levecad 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levecad 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levecad 500 Tablet 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levecad 500 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Levecad 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levecad can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levecad right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levecad 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Levecad has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Levecad 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levecad has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levecad 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Levecad has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levecad 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Levecad is not harmful for the heart.
Levecad 500 Tablet 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 Levecad 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levecad 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levecad 500 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levecad 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Levecad 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Levecad 500 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levecad 500 Tablet
Taking Levecad 500 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levecad 500 Tablet
Taking Levecad 500 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
