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

Levetram Benefits & Uses

Levetram is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Levetram 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

Levetram Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levetram 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

Levetram Related Warnings

Is the use of Levetram safe for pregnant women?

Levetram can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levetram right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Levetram safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Levetram as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Levetram on the Kidneys?

Levetram has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levetram on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Levetram on the Heart?

Using Levetram does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levetram with Other Drugs

Levetram 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

Levetram Contraindications

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

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Levetram

Is this Levetram habit forming or addictive?

Levetram is not addictive in nature.

No
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 Levetram can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Levetram is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, in many cases, taking Levetram can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Levetram Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levetram

Taking Levetram with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Levetram

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Levetram

Question over 5 years ago

Does Levetram cause hair loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Levetram 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Levetram on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Levetram 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 over 5 years ago

Does Levetram help with nerve pain?

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

No, Levetram does not help with nerve (neuropathic) pain. Scientific studies have found that medicine is ineffective for providing relief from neuropathic pain symptoms.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Levetram cause headache?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Levetram 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Levetram work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Levetram contains levetiracetam which is an anti-epileptic agent. The exact mechanism for antiepileptic activity is not known but it is presumed that Levetram 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 Levetram prevents from the seizures.