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Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

LEVETIRACETAM-750MG

Uses:

<p>Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures. The detailed uses of Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Management of Epilepsy:</strong> Epilive ER 750 mg 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, Epilive ER 750 mg 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, Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet may be used as part of the status epilepticus management regimen.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Epilive ER 750 mg 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.
  • Epilive ER 750 mg 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

Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet is used to treat seizures (fits) due to epilepsy.

Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet works by slowing down the abnormal signals in the brain which cause episodes of seizures.

There is no clinical evidence that Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet affects fertility in either men or women. But, if you are trying to get pregnant, consult your doctor.

Do not stop taking Epilive ER 750 mg 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 Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet if using it for more than 2-4 weeks of treatment to reduce side effects.

Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet is prescribed for the long term when used for epilepsy. So, if Epilive ER 750 mg 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 Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet . So, it is advisable to avoid caffeine intakes like coffee, tea, cola, or chocolate containing caffeine.

Yes, Epilive ER 750 mg 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.

Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet might take a few weeks to begin working. You may still have seizures during this time.

Epilive ER 750 mg 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.

Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet does not cause addiction as it is not a habit-forming medicine.

An overdose of Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet may cause sleepiness, aggression, agitation, decreased alertness, breathing problems, and coma. Consult the doctor if you have exceeded the recommended dose of Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet .

Epilive ER 750 mg 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 Epilive ER 750 mg Tablet .

Yes, Epilive ER 750 mg 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.

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