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Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) Information

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) 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 Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Levepsy Benefits & Uses
Levepsy Dosage & How to Take
Levepsy Side Effects
Levepsy Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Levepsy with Other Drugs
Levepsy Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Levepsy
Levepsy Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) Benefits & Uses

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) 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 Route: Parenteral 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 Route: Parenteral 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 Route: Parenteral 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 Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Recommended for above 4 years old
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 7 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) 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

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) Related Warnings

Is the use of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) on the Kidneys?

Levepsy has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) on the Liver?

Levepsy may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) on the Heart?

Levepsy is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) with Other Drugs

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) 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

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1)

Is this Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) habit forming or addictive?

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) only on doctor's advice.

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

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1)

Taking Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1)

Taking Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Levepsy 500 Mg Injection (1)

Question about 6 years ago

What is Levepsy?

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

Levepsy 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

Can Levepsy cause anxiety?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Levepsy 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Levepsy cause vitamin D deficiency?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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

Question about 5 years ago

Does Levepsy contain acetaminophen (paracetamol)?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Levepsy does not contain acetaminophen (paracetamol). It contains levetiracetam which is an anti-convulsant prescription drug used for the treatment of partial onset seizure, myoclonic seizures, and generalized tonic-clonic seizures.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Levepsy?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Take Levepsy 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.