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Levetiracetam (Oral)
Treats epilepsy and seizures in adults. Belongs to a class of drugs called antiepileptics.
Brand Names:
Keppra
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to levetiracetam.
Uses:
Tablet, Liquid
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Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
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You may take this medicine with or without food.
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Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
If a dose is missed:
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Take your medicine as soon as possible unless it is almost time for your next dose.
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Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
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Do not take two doses at the same time.
Storage:
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You may take this medicine with or without food.
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Store this medicine at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are also taking other drugs to treat or prevent seizures.
Warnings:
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Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you plan to become pregnant while taking the medicine.
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Make sure your doctor knows if you have kidney disease or are on dialysis.
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Do not stop taking this medicine without first talking to your doctor. You may need to gradually reduce the amount of medicine you take before stopping completely.
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This medicine can cause drowsiness. Be careful when driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
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Skin rash, hives, or itching
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Swelling in face, throat, or lips
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Wheezing or trouble breathing
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Changes in mood or behavior
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Cold symptoms such as sore throat, fever, or stuffy nose
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Loss of appetite
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Loss of coordination
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Tiredness or sleepiness
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