INTRODUCTION:
In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures Levipil 500 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants (or anti-epileptics). It works by slowing down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits). This medicine can be used to control various types of seizures—myoclonic, partial-onset, and primary generalized tonic-clonic (or grand mal). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. You should continue taking it even if you feel well and are not having any seizures. Missing doses may trigger a seizure. Do not stop using this medicine until your doctor advises you.
Uses / Indications:
Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
BENEFITS/INSTRUCTION:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levipil 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
Dizziness | Fatigue | Headache | Decreased appetite | Behavioral changes | Aggressive behavior | Irritation | Agitation | Nasal congestion (stuffy nose) | Infection
How to use:
Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
How it works:
Levipil 500 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It works by attaching to specific sites (SV2A) on the surfaces of nerve cells. This suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.
Pregnancy interaction:
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
LACTATION INTERACTION:
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alcohol Interaction:
UNSAFE
DRIVING INTERACTION:
UNSAFE
Interactions / Warnings:
- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Levipil 500 Tablet. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Levipil 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Levipil 500 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Monitor the baby for sleepiness and adequate weight gain. - Driving : UNSAFE - Levipil 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : CAUTION - Levipil 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levipil 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Levipil 500 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Levipil 500 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. However, a lower dose may be advised in patients with severe liver disease.
Faq for medicine:
Q. Can the use of Levipil 500 Tablet cause sleepiness?::: Yes, Levipil 500 Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Therefore, during the initial phase of treatment, avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how this medicine affects you.| Q. Will the use of Levipil 500 Tablet affect my fertility?::: Levipil 500 Tablet is not known to affect fertility in males or females. However, talk to your doctor if you are facing fertility issues during the treatment with this medicine.| Q. I have gained weight since I started taking Levipil 500 Tablet. Is it because of Levipil 500 Tablet? What should I do?::: Weight gain is an uncommon side effect of Levipil 500 Tablet. However, the response may vary from person to person. To prevent weight gain you should take a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking, cut down on high-calorie food items, include more vegetables and fruits in your diet, and exercise regularly. If you still have issues with your weight, consult your doctor.| Q. What should I do if I have missed a dose of Levipil 500 Tablet?::: If you have missed a dose of Levipil 500 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip it and take the next dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose, as this may increase the chance of side effects. If you are not sure what to do, you can contact your doctor.| Q. How long does Levipil 500 Tablet take to show its effect?::: Levipil 500 Tablet may take a few weeks to start working properly since the dose is increased slowly. Your seizures may continue until Levipil 500 Tablet starts working completely.| Q. For how long do I need to take Levipil 500 Tablet?::: You should continue to take Levipil 500 Tablet for as long as your doctor advises you to. Do not stop taking it suddenly because this may increase the frequency of seizures which may be difficult to control.| Q. Will I get addicted to Levipil 500 Tablet if I use it for a long time?::: No, Levipil 500 Tablet is not habit-forming. No physical or psychological dependence has been reported with Levipil 500 Tablet. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects.| Q. What symptoms can occur if someone takes an excess of Levipil 500 Tablet?::: Taking an excess of Levipil 500 Tablet may cause sleepiness, agitation, aggression, a decrease of alertness, inhibition of breathing, and even a state of coma. In case of an overdose, immediate medical care should be provided to the patient in a nearby hospital.| Q. How do I come off Levipil 500 Tablet?::: The dose of Levipil 500 Tablet should be slowly reduced. You may have to take this medicine for a few months before you can stop it completely. Do not reduce the dose without asking your doctor. Inform your doctor if you get a serious side effect, such as a severe skin reaction. Your doctor may tell you to stop taking Levipil 500 Tablet straight away, even if you have epilepsy.
Description:
Levipil 500 Tablet is an anti-epileptic medicine used to treat seizures (fits) in epilepsy. It can be used alone or along with other medicines. It helps to prevent seizures for as long as you continue to take it. Levipil 500 Tablet suppresses the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. You can take it with or without food but try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Your doctor will advise the right dose for you. It is generally advised as a long-term treatment. You should continue taking it for as long as your doctor has told you to, even if you feel well. If you stop or miss doses your seizures could get worse. Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, infection, irritation, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), sleepiness, behavior changes, aggressive behavior, and decreased appetite. Side effects are more common during the first few weeks and usually lessen as your body gets used to the medicine. Most of these side effects do not need medical attention, but some of them can be serious. A small number of people being treated with this medicine have had thoughts of harming or killing themselves. Contact your doctor if your mood changes for the worse. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, depression, or suicidal thoughts and if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to monitor your kidney function while taking this medicine.
Expert advice:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levipil 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Medicine interaction:
Always consult a healthcare professional before using any medication. If you have specific questions about a particular medicine, please consult a pharmacist or a doctor for personalized advice
USE OF:
Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
Liver Interaction:
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
KIDNEY INTERACTION:
CAUTION
IF MISS:
If you miss a dose of Levipil 500 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
SAFETY ADVICE:
- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Levipil 500 Tablet. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Levipil 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Levipil 500 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Monitor the baby for sleepiness and adequate weight gain. - Driving : UNSAFE - Levipil 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : CAUTION - Levipil 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levipil 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Levipil 500 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Levipil 500 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. However, a lower dose may be advised in patients with severe liver disease.
PRIMARY USE:
Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
FACT BOX:
Chemical Class::Pyrrolidinone & Acetamide Derivative|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::NEURO CNS|Action Class::Synaptic vescicle 2 A protein ligand (AED)
Q & A:
Q. Can the use of Levipil 500 Tablet cause sleepiness?::: Yes, Levipil 500 Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Therefore, during the initial phase of treatment, avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how this medicine affects you.| Q. Will the use of Levipil 500 Tablet affect my fertility?::: Levipil 500 Tablet is not known to affect fertility in males or females. However, talk to your doctor if you are facing fertility issues during the treatment with this medicine.| Q. I have gained weight since I started taking Levipil 500 Tablet. Is it because of Levipil 500 Tablet? What should I do?::: Weight gain is an uncommon side effect of Levipil 500 Tablet. However, the response may vary from person to person. To prevent weight gain you should take a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking, cut down on high-calorie food items, include more vegetables and fruits in your diet, and exercise regularly. If you still have issues with your weight, consult your doctor.| Q. What should I do if I have missed a dose of Levipil 500 Tablet?::: If you have missed a dose of Levipil 500 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip it and take the next dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose, as this may increase the chance of side effects. If you are not sure what to do, you can contact your doctor.| Q. How long does Levipil 500 Tablet take to show its effect?::: Levipil 500 Tablet may take a few weeks to start working properly since the dose is increased slowly. Your seizures may continue until Levipil 500 Tablet starts working completely.| Q. For how long do I need to take Levipil 500 Tablet?::: You should continue to take Levipil 500 Tablet for as long as your doctor advises you to. Do not stop taking it suddenly because this may increase the frequency of seizures which may be difficult to control.| Q. Will I get addicted to Levipil 500 Tablet if I use it for a long time?::: No, Levipil 500 Tablet is not habit-forming. No physical or psychological dependence has been reported with Levipil 500 Tablet. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects.| Q. What symptoms can occur if someone takes an excess of Levipil 500 Tablet?::: Taking an excess of Levipil 500 Tablet may cause sleepiness, agitation, aggression, a decrease of alertness, inhibition of breathing, and even a state of coma. In case of an overdose, immediate medical care should be provided to the patient in a nearby hospital.| Q. How do I come off Levipil 500 Tablet?::: The dose of Levipil 500 Tablet should be slowly reduced. You may have to take this medicine for a few months before you can stop it completely. Do not reduce the dose without asking your doctor. Inform your doctor if you get a serious side effect, such as a severe skin reaction. Your doctor may tell you to stop taking Levipil 500 Tablet straight away, even if you have epilepsy.
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