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Epilive Information

Epilive, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection, Syrup. Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Epilive also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Epilive. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Epilive also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. While these are the most often observed Epilive side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Epilive are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Epilive's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Epilive has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Epilive related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Epilive have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Epilive have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Epilive is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Epilive Benefits & Uses

Epilive is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilive 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

Epilive Related Warnings

Is the use of Epilive safe for pregnant women?

Epilive may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Epilive again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Epilive safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Epilive on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Epilive on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Epilive on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Epilive on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Epilive with Other Drugs

Epilive 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

Epilive Contraindications

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

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Epilive

Is this Epilive habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Epilive has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Epilive only on doctor's advice.

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

Epilive has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Epilive Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Epilive

Taking Epilive with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Epilive

Taking alcohol with Epilive can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Epilive

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Epilive and topamax together?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Epilive 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Epilive?

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

Initially Epilive is given for short-term treatment up to 2-4 weeks later the patient is called for follow up visit and depending on his medical condition doctor might prescribe it for a longer period. You are advised to take Epilive as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Epilive treat absence seizures?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Epilive 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Epilive and ativan (Lorazepam) together?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can take Epilive and ativan (lorazepam) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ativan then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Epilive cause vitamin D deficiency?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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