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Epilive 500 Tablet (10), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Epilepsy. The alternative uses of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) are Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Epilive 500 Tablet (10) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Epilive 500 Tablet (10) related warnings talks about Epilive 500 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Epilive 500 Tablet (10) contraindications section.
Additionally, Epilive 500 Tablet (10) may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Epilive 500 Tablet (10), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Epilive 500 Tablet (10) 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 Epilive 500 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Epilive may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Epilive again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Epilive as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Epilive on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Epilive on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
Using Epilive does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epilive 500 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Epilive 500 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Epilive 500 Tablet (10) has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Epilive 500 Tablet (10), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Epilive 500 Tablet (10) can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Epilive 500 Tablet (10) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Epilive 500 Tablet (10) has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Epilive 500 Tablet (10)
Taking Epilive 500 Tablet (10) with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Epilive 500 Tablet (10)
Taking alcohol with Epilive 500 Tablet (10) can be dangerous.
Yes, you can take Epilive 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.
Initially Epilive is given for short-term treatment up to 2-4 weeks later the patient is called for follow up visit and depending on his medical condition doctor might prescribe it for a longer period. You are advised to take Epilive as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Epilive 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.
Yes, you can take Epilive and ativan (lorazepam) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ativan then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, short-term treatment with Epilive does not cause vitamin D deficiency. However, scientific data suggests that long-term use of Epilive may indirectly cause vitamin D deficiency.
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References
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