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Levenue ER 1000 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Levenue ER 1000 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Levenue ER 1000 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Levenue ER 1000 Tablet are Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levenue ER 1000 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Levenue ER 1000 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Levenue ER 1000 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levenue ER 1000 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Levenue ER 1000 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Levenue ER 1000 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levenue ER 1000 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Levenue ER 1000 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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Is the use of Levenue ER 1000 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levenue can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levenue right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levenue ER 1000 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Levenue for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levenue ER 1000 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levenue rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levenue ER 1000 Tablet on the Liver?
Levenue is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Levenue ER 1000 Tablet on the Heart?
Levenue is completely safe for the heart.
Levenue ER 1000 Tablet 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 Levenue ER 1000 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levenue ER 1000 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Levenue ER 1000 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levenue ER 1000 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levenue ER 1000 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Levenue ER 1000 Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levenue ER 1000 Tablet
Taking Levenue ER 1000 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levenue ER 1000 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Levenue ER 1000 Tablet can be dangerous.
Levenue 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, Levenue might cause anxiety. It is a rare side effect of this drug and it occurs due to behavior changes which might be caused by this drug. If you are experiencing any behavior changes such as aggression, anxiety, depression, and irritability then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take Levenue 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.
No, Levenue is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, Levenue 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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