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Lircetam 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 Lircetam is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Lircetam safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lircetam. It is best to stop taking Lircetam immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lircetam safe during breastfeeding?
Lircetam has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lircetam on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Lircetam on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Lircetam on the Liver?
Lircetam is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lircetam on the Heart?
You can take Lircetam without any fear of damage to the heart.
Lircetam 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 Lircetam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lircetam habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lircetam is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lircetam as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lircetam only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lircetam has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lircetam
You can take Lircetam with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lircetam
Consumption of alcohol and Lircetam together may have severe 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
