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Levepra 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 Levepra is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Levepra safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Levepra. It is best to stop taking Levepra immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Levepra safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Levepra as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Levepra on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Levepra on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Levepra on the Liver?
Levepra is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Levepra on the Heart?
You can take Levepra without any fear of damage to the heart.
Levepra 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 Levepra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levepra habit forming or addictive?
Levepra is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levepra you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levepra only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Levepra works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levepra
It is safe to take Levepra with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levepra
Taking alcohol with Levepra can be dangerous.
No, Levepra is not a steroid. It belongs to the class of drug known as antiepileptics (pyrrolidine anticonvulsants).
Yes, Levepra is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as weakness, dizziness, and irritability. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, long-term use of Levepra in high doses might cause weight gain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind weight gain is unknown. If you are experiencing unusual weight gain after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Levepra may be used in combination with other drugs such as haloperidol to treat bipolar disorders. Clinical studies have found that it offers potential benefits in treating bipolar disorders but more data is needed to confirm these results.
Rarely, Levepra cause hair loss. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown but it is presumed that this drug causes temporary thinning of hairs. Hair loss induced by this drug is reversible in nature and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
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
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