Levipil 250 Tablet

Levipil Tablet contains Levetiracetam. It is used to treat epilepsy (fits). It can be used on its own or in combination with other medications.

It works to prevent seizures as long as you keep taking it. This medicine should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Before starting this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Levipil Tablet may cause sleepiness, irritability, hostility, decreased awareness, respiratory inhibition, and coma. If you took more Tablets than you should have, see your doctor. Your doctor will choose the appropriate course of action in the event of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

Take Levipil Tablet as soon as you remember if you miss a dose. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Levipil Tablet is used to treat epilepsy. It works by attaching to certain sites (SV2A) on nerve cell surfaces. This stops the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures by suppressing aberrant nerve cell activity in the brain.

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and duration of this medication
• Take the Tablet all in at once
• Levipil Tablet should not be chewed, crushed, or broken
• Levipil Tablet can be taken with or without food
• Take it at the same time every day

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Levipil Tablet during pregnancy?

Your doctor might prescribe Levipil Tablet after a careful assessment if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. However, you must not consume this without consulting a doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Levipil Tablet while breastfeeding?

Levetiracetam is excreted in human milk. Because Levipil Tablet have the potential to produce major adverse effects in nursing infants, you must not take this Tablet while you breast feed.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Levipil Tablet?

You should not drive as Levipil Tablet can make you feel sleepy.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Levipil Tablet?

No, do not use consume alcohol with Levipil Tablet.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have kidney problems
• You have signs and symptoms of depression
• You or your family has a history of irregular heartbeats
• You have suicidal thoughts
• Your epilepsy worsens

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of Levipil Tablets

Side effects

• Sleepiness
• Lack of energy
• Infection
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Aggression
• Nasal congestion
• Decreased appetite
• Irritability

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Levipil Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• It has been observed that taking levetiracetam and methotrexate together reduces methotrexate clearance, resulting in higher/longer blood methotrexate concentrations that are potentially hazardous.
• Co-administration of levetiracetam and a laxative called macrogol may decrease the efficacy of levetiracetam. Hence, use macrogol one hour before or after using levetiracetam.

Storage and disposal

• Keep Levipil Tablet out of children's sight and reach
• Do not use Levipil Tablet after expiry date
• Store at 25 degrees Celsius

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use Levipil Tablet if I have liver problems?

You can use Levipil Tablet during liver problems if your doctor has prescribed it.

Can I use other brand instead of Levipil Tablet?

No, stick to the same brand as the dose of the medicine may differ among different brands. There are substitutes available; however, you should consult a doctor first.