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Fritolev 750 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. The alternative uses of Fritolev 750 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Fritolev 750 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Fritolev 750 Tablet are Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fritolev 750 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fritolev 750 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Fritolev 750 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fritolev 750 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Fritolev 750 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Fritolev 750 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Fritolev 750 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fritolev 750 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 750 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fritolev 750 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 750 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Fritolev as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Fritolev 750 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Fritolev has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fritolev 750 Tablet on the Liver?
Fritolev has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Fritolev 750 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 750 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fritolev 750 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Fritolev 750 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 750 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fritolev 750 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Fritolev 750 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fritolev 750 Tablet
It is safe to take Fritolev 750 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fritolev 750 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Fritolev 750 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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