Levetiracetam Injection USP

Levetiracetam 500mg Injection- Professionals prescribe this medicine to treat the medical condition of Epilepsy (a condition with abnormal nerve cell activity in your brain resulting in seizures or fits). Seizures include uncontrolled jerking, loss of consciousness, blank stares, or other symptoms caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Chemical Class: Anticonvulsants, Anti-epileptics

Mode of Action: Levetiracetam reduces the inhibitory action of zinc and other negative allosteric modulators (beta-carbolines) on GABA and glycine-gated currents. And is effective in treating partial, myoclonic, and tonic-clonic seizures.

Habit-forming: No habit-forming tendencies were reported for this medicine.

Medicinal Uses

• Professionals prescribe this medicine to treat the medical condition of Epilepsy (a condition with abnormal nerve cell activity in your brain resulting in seizures or fits). Seizures include uncontrolled jerking, loss of consciousness, blank stares, or other symptoms caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Side Effects

Major and minor side effects of Levetiracetam 500mg Injection include-

• Common Cold
• Sleepiness
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Anxiety and nervousness
• Dizziness
• Lack of energy
• Cough
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea
• Indigestion
• Nausea or Vomiting
• Rash
• Tiredness
• Weight loss or weight gain
• Mood swings
• Vision disturbances
• Increased liver enzyme levels
• Hair loss
• Muscle pain

The symptoms associated with this medication typically diminish over time. However, should a patient experience any discomfort or severity in symptoms, immediate medical attention should be sought.

Precautions

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medicine unless prescribed by a professional.
• Use this medicine with caution if you had/have excess suicidal thoughts, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances, dizziness, or sleepiness, etc.
• Alcohol consumption and smoking cigarettes should be strictly avoided as it can worsen your condition.
• Drink plenty of fluids, have a nutritious diet, and rest well.

WARNINGS

1. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to any of its active or inactive ingredients, as it may cause severe discomfort.
2. Patients who had/have a lung disease, liver disease, glaucoma, pre-existing heart diseases, and anemia should avoid using this medicine as it can serious reactions.
3. Prolonged or excessive use of this medicine is not advised.
4. Children of age 18 years of age can be given this medicine based on medical advice.

Directions for Use

• Injectables are supposed to be induced under the supervision of a clinical practitioner. Please go to your nearby pharmacy, clinic, or hospital for your dosages.
• Do not self-administer the injectable.
• Get plenty of rest after receiving the dose and drink plenty of fluids.
• Check the dosage instructions, storage requirements, and warnings mentioned on the label before use.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place, avoid extreme temperatures. Ensure that children and pets cannot access it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q) How does the Levetiracetam 500mg Injection work?

Ans) Levetiracetam reduces the inhibitory action of zinc and other negative allosteric modulators (beta-carbolines) on GABA and glycine-gated currents. And is effective in treating partial, myoclonic, and tonic-clonic seizures.

Q) Can I use the Levetiracetam 500mg Injection with other medications?

Ans) After consultation, your doctor will confirm you with this information.

Q) What are the side effects of Levetiracetam 500mg Injection?

Ans) Common side effects include- common cold, sleepiness, headache, loss of appetite, anxiety and nervousness, etc.

Q) Where can I buy the Levetiracetam 500mg Injection?

Ans) You can purchase the medicine at your local pharmacies, only with a prescription.