Levepsy 500 Tablet (15), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15). Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) are Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) related warnings talks about Levepsy 500 Tablet (15)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Levepsy 500 Tablet (15), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) 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 Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) safe for pregnant women?
Levepsy may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Levepsy, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Levepsy for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) on the Kidneys?
Levepsy has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) on the Liver?
Levepsy may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) on the Heart?
Levepsy is completely safe for the heart.
Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) 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 Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) habit forming or addictive?
Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levepsy 500 Tablet (15)
Taking Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levepsy 500 Tablet (15)
Taking Levepsy 500 Tablet (15) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Levepsy 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, Levepsy might cause anxiety. It is a rare side effect of this drug and it occurs due to behavior changes which might be caused by this drug. If you are experiencing any behavior changes such as aggression, anxiety, depression, and irritability then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately.
No, short-term treatment with Levepsy does not cause vitamin D deficiency. However, scientific data suggests that long-term use of Levepsy may indirectly cause vitamin D deficiency.
No, Levepsy does not contain acetaminophen (paracetamol). It contains levetiracetam which is an anti-convulsant prescription drug used for the treatment of partial onset seizure, myoclonic seizures, and generalized tonic-clonic seizures.
Take Levepsy 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
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