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Levracet 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Secondary and off-label uses of Levracet 250 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Levracet 250 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Levracet 250 Tablet include Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Some other side effects of Levracet 250 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Levracet 250 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Levracet 250 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Levracet 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Levracet 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Levracet 250 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Levracet 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levracet 250 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Levracet 250 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 |
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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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Is the use of Levracet 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levracet may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levracet again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levracet 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Levracet as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Levracet 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levracet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levracet 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Levracet has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levracet 250 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Levracet without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levracet 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levracet 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Levracet 250 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levracet 250 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Levracet 250 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Levracet 250 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levracet 250 Tablet
It is safe to take Levracet 250 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levracet 250 Tablet
Consuming Levracet 250 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Levracet 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).
Yes, Levracet might help with a migraine. Clinical studies have found that it is safe & effective drug for preventing the migraine attacks in patients who suffer from a migraine with aura. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised to not take it by yourself.
Yes, you can take Levracet 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.
Levracet 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.
No, Levracet does not help with nerve (neuropathic) pain. Scientific studies have found that medicine is ineffective for providing relief from neuropathic pain symptoms.
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References
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