Levipil 500mg Tablet 15's

Levipil 500mg Tablet contains Levetiracetam 500mg, an anti-epileptic medicine used to treat seizures (fits) in epilepsy.

Benefits

Levipil 500mg Tablet helps control various types of epileptic seizures by stabilizing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It works to reduce the frequency and severity of seizures, supporting long-term seizure management.

Uses and Indications

• Treatment of partial-onset seizures, which may or may not spread to other parts of the brain.
• Management of myoclonic seizures, characterized by brief, shock-like jerks of muscles.
• Control of primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures, which involve sudden muscle stiffness, convulsions, and loss of consciousness.

The Levipil 500mg Tablet contains:

• Levetiracetam 500 mg (active ingredient).

Dosage and Administration

1. General guidance: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; do not chew, crush, or break it.
2. Timing: Levipil 500mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but it is recommended to take it at the same time each day for optimal effectiveness.
3. Adults (16 years and older): The initial dose is typically 500 mg twice daily. This can be increased by 500 mg twice daily every two weeks, based on clinical response and tolerability, up to a maximum recommended daily dose of 3000 mg (1500 mg twice daily).
4. Children (4 to less than 16 years old): The initial dose is typically 10 mg/kg twice daily. The daily dose can be increased by 20 mg/kg every two weeks up to a recommended daily dose of 60 mg/kg (30 mg/kg twice daily).
5. Discontinuation: Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor, as abrupt cessation may worsen your condition or trigger seizures.

Storage and Disposal

• Store at a cool temperature, not exceeding 25°C, in a dry place, protected from light.
• Keep Levipil 500mg Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not use this medicine after its expiry date.

Precautions and Safety

• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, as Levipil 500mg Tablet may be prescribed only after careful assessment of benefits versus risks.
• Discuss with your doctor if you have kidney problems, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a history of irregular heartbeats.
• Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may increase side effects or reduce effectiveness.
• Levipil 500mg Tablet may cause sleepiness or dizziness; therefore, exercise caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.

Side Effects and Risks

• Common side effects include headache, dizziness, fatigue, sleepiness, irritation, mood changes, decreased appetite, and nasal congestion. These often lessen as your body adjusts to the medicine.
• Serious side effects, though rare, can include suicidal thoughts or aggressive behavior. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any worsening mood changes or unusual behavior.

Disclaimer

Use this medicine only under the prescription and guidance of a qualified doctor or pharmacist.