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Levecad 150 mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. The alternative uses of Levecad 150 mg Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Levecad 150 mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Common side effects of Levecad 150 mg Injection include Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Some other side effects of Levecad 150 mg Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Levecad 150 mg Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Levecad 150 mg Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levecad 150 mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Levecad 150 mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Levecad 150 mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Levecad 150 mg Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Levecad 150 mg Injection 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levecad 150 mg Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Levecad 150 mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Levecad can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Levecad right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Levecad 150 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Levecad has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Levecad 150 mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Levecad has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levecad 150 mg Injection on the Liver?
Levecad has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Levecad 150 mg Injection on the Heart?
Levecad is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levecad 150 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levecad 150 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Levecad 150 mg Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levecad 150 mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Levecad 150 mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Levecad 150 mg Injection is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levecad 150 mg Injection
Taking Levecad 150 mg Injection with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levecad 150 mg Injection
Taking Levecad 150 mg Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Levecad causes sedation, drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Sedation occurs due to inhibition of excess activity of brain. If you are experiencing sedation after taking this drug then you are advised to not drive any vehicle or operate heavy machinery to avoid an accidental injury.
No, Levecad 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.
Yes, Levecad and gabapentin can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Levecad along with gabapentin.
Rarely, Levecad 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.
Take Levecad 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.
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