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Composition:

LEVETIRACETAM-100MG

Uses:

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

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Epilive Syrup 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 Syrup 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 Syrup is used to treat seizures (fits) due to epilepsy.

Epilive Syrup works by slowing down the abnormal signals in the brain which cause episodes of seizures.

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

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

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

Yes, if you experience unexpected puberty or a slowing of growth, please consult your doctor and follow their advice.

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 Syrup . So, it is advisable to avoid caffeine intake, such as coffee, tea, cola, or chocolate, that contains caffeine.

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

Epilive Syrup might take a few weeks to begin working. You may still have seizures during this time.

Epilive Syrup should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The duration of treatment depends on your condition and how you respond to it.

Epilive Syrup does not cause addiction as it is not a habit-forming medicine.

An overdose of Epilive Syrup may cause sleepiness, aggression, agitation and decreased alertness. Consult the doctor if you have exceeded the recommended dose of Epilive Syrup .

Epilive Syrup 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 Syrup .

Yes, Epilive Syrup 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.