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Epikey 500Mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

LEVETIRACETAM-500MG

Uses:

<p>Epikey 500Mg Tablet is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures. The detailed uses of Epikey 500Mg Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Management of Epilepsy:</strong> Epikey 500Mg Tablet is frequently administered to treat different kinds of seizures linked to epilepsy in both children and adults.</li><li><strong>Partial-onset seizures:</strong> They can be effectively controlled with this medication, which helps to lessen the frequency and intensity of these seizures.</li><li><strong>Adjunct Therapy: </strong>To improve seizure control, Epikey 500Mg Tablet can be taken in conjunction with other anti-epileptic medications.</li><li><strong>Control of Status Epilepticus: </strong>To help stabilise the patient in an emergency, Epikey 500Mg Tablet may be used as part of the status epilepticus management regimen.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Epikey 500Mg Tablet contains Levetiracetam, used in combination or alone for treating symptoms of epilepsy. It works by slowing down the abnormal signals that the brain gives, leading to episodes of seizures.
  • Epikey 500Mg Tablet helps by suppressing specific brain sites responsible for abnormal activity and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.
  • This medication helps reduce the episodes of seizures but does not cure epilepsy.

FAQs

Epikey 500Mg Tablet is used to treat seizures (fits) due to epilepsy.

Epikey 500Mg Tablet works by slowing down the abnormal signals in the brain which cause episodes of seizures.

There is no clinical evidence that Epikey 500Mg Tablet affects fertility in either men or women. But, if you are trying to get pregnant, consult your doctor.

Do not stop taking Epikey 500Mg Tablet until instructed by your doctor. You may get side effects like confusion, depression, nervousness, sweating, and diarrhea. Your doctor may lower the dose of Epikey 500Mg Tablet if using it for more than 2-4 weeks of treatment to reduce side effects.

Epikey 500Mg Tablet is prescribed for the long term when used for epilepsy. So, if Epikey 500Mg Tablet is prescribed for more than 4 weeks, your doctor may reduce the dose before stopping it completely to prevent withdrawal symptoms.

Yes, if you feel unexpected puberty or slowing in growth, please consult your doctor and do as your doctor advises.

No, even if you feel better, you should not stop the medication without consulting your doctor as this might increase the episodes of seizures.

Caffeine is a stimulant that may reduce the calming effects of Epikey 500Mg Tablet. So, it is advisable to avoid caffeine intakes like coffee, tea, cola, or chocolate containing caffeine.

Yes, Epikey 500Mg Tablet may cause weight gain as an uncommon side effect. Follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.

Epikey 500Mg Tablet might take a few weeks to begin working. You may still have seizures during this time.

Epikey 500Mg Tablet should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The duration of treatment depends on your condition and response to the treatment.

Epikey 500Mg Tablet does not cause addiction as it is not a habit-forming medicine.

An overdose of Epikey 500Mg Tablet may cause sleepiness, aggression, agitation, decreased alertness, breathing problems, and coma. Consult the doctor if you have exceeded the recommended dose of Epikey 500Mg Tablet.

Epikey 500Mg Tablet should be discontinued gradually to prevent an increase in seizures. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns, the doctor will recommend gradual withdrawal of Epikey 500Mg Tablet.

Yes, Epikey 500Mg Tablet may cause sleepiness as a side effect. Therefore, avoid driving, operating heavy machinery or doing any activities that require alertness unless you know how this medicine affects you.