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Fritolev 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Fritolev 250 Tablet 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 Fritolev 250 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Fritolev 250 Tablet include Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fritolev 250 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fritolev 250 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Fritolev 250 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fritolev 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Fritolev 250 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Fritolev 250 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Fritolev 250 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fritolev 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 |
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 Fritolev 250 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fritolev 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Fritolev may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Fritolev, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Fritolev 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Fritolev as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Fritolev 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Fritolev has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fritolev 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Fritolev has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Fritolev 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Fritolev is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fritolev 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fritolev 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Fritolev 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Fritolev 250 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fritolev 250 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Fritolev 250 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fritolev 250 Tablet
It is safe to take Fritolev 250 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fritolev 250 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Fritolev 250 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Fritolev 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.
Yes, Fritolev may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Take Fritolev 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.
Rarely, Fritolev 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.
Fritolev contains levetiracetam which is an anti-epileptic agent. The exact mechanism for antiepileptic activity is not known but it is presumed that Fritolev works by preventing the release of chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) in the brain by binding to specific proteins (synaptic vesicle protein). It indirectly helps in increasing the activity of inhibitory neurotransmitter (GABA) which prevents the abnormal activity in the brain. In this way Fritolev prevents from the seizures.
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