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Composition:

LEVETIRACETAM-500MG

Uses:

<p>Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures. The detailed uses of Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Management of Epilepsy:</strong> Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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, Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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, Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's may be used as part of the status epilepticus management regimen.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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.
  • Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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

Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat seizures (fits) due to epilepsy.

Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's works by slowing down the abnormal signals in the brain which cause episodes of seizures.

There is no clinical evidence that Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's affects fertility in either men or women. But, if you are trying to get pregnant, consult your doctor.

Do not stop taking Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's until instructed by your doctor. You may get side effects like confusion, depression, nervousness, sweating, and diarrhea. Your doctor may lower the dose of Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's if using it for more than 2-4 weeks of treatment to reduce side effects.

Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's is prescribed for the long term when used for epilepsy. So, if Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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 Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's. So, it is advisable to avoid caffeine intakes like coffee, tea, cola, or chocolate containing caffeine.

Yes, Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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.

Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's might take a few weeks to begin working. You may still have seizures during this time.

Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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.

Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's does not cause addiction as it is not a habit-forming medicine.

An overdose of Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's may cause sleepiness, aggression, agitation, decreased alertness, breathing problems, and coma. Consult the doctor if you have exceeded the recommended dose of Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's.

Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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 Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's.

Yes, Levetee 500 mg Tablet 10's 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.