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Fritolev Oral Solution, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Solution. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Fritolev Oral Solution also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Fritolev Oral Solution depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Fritolev Oral Solution include Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fritolev Oral Solution as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fritolev Oral Solution are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fritolev Oral Solution is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Fritolev Oral Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fritolev Oral Solution related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fritolev Oral Solution contraindications section.
Additionally, Fritolev Oral Solution may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Fritolev Oral Solution is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Fritolev Oral Solution 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fritolev Oral Solution is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fritolev Oral Solution 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 Oral Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Fritolev as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Fritolev Oral Solution on the Kidneys?
Fritolev has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fritolev Oral Solution on the Liver?
Fritolev has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Fritolev Oral Solution on the Heart?
Fritolev is completely safe for the heart.
Fritolev Oral Solution 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 Fritolev Oral Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fritolev Oral Solution habit forming or addictive?
Fritolev Oral Solution 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 Oral Solution can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fritolev Oral Solution only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Fritolev Oral Solution is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fritolev Oral Solution
It is safe to take Fritolev Oral Solution with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fritolev Oral Solution
Consumption of alcohol and Fritolev Oral Solution 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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