Levectra: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Levectra Benefits & Uses

Levectra is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Levectra Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Recommended for above 4 years old

Levectra Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levectra is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Hallucinations
पेट दर्द
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Dehydration

Mild

Agitation
Pharyngitis
Nasal congestion

Common

Fatigue
Headache
Drowsiness

Levectra Related Warnings

Is the use of Levectra safe for pregnant women?

Levectra may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Levectra, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Levectra safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Levectra for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Levectra on the Kidneys?

Levectra rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levectra on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Levectra on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Levectra on the Heart?

You can take Levectra without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levectra with Other Drugs

Levectra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Alprazolam

Amitriptyline

Amoxapine

Budesonide

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Paracetamol,Codeine

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Levectra Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levectra unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Levectra

Is this Levectra habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Levectra.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Levectra, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levectra can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Levectra should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Levectra works for mental disorders.

Yes

Levectra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levectra

Taking Levectra with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Levectra

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Levectra as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Levectra

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Levectra on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Levectra should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug might result in withdrawal seizures. You should decrease the dose of medicine gradually as per your doctor's instruction to avoid withdrawal seizure. Hence, you are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Levectra?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Levectra 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).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Levectra cause vitamin D deficiency?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, short-term treatment with Levectra does not cause vitamin D deficiency. However, scientific data suggests that long-term use of Levectra may indirectly cause vitamin D deficiency.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Levectra and gabapentin together?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Levectra and gabapentin can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Levectra along with gabapentin.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Levectra?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Take Levectra 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.