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Can my brother safely get the COVID-19 vaccine while taking the seizure medications Levera 500 and Lacoset 50 mg, and are there any possible interactions?

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Can my brother safely get the COVID-19 vaccine while taking the seizure medications Levera 500 and Lacoset 50 mg, and are there any possible interactions?

Asked by Male, 18 · 23 days ago

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

23 days ago

Yes, your brother can safely receive the COVID-19 vaccine. There are no known interactions between the vaccine and his seizure medications, Levera (levetiracetam) and Lacoset (lacosamide). In fact, getting vaccinated is highly recommended because catching COVID-19 and developing a high fever can increase the risk of seizures. After the vaccine, he may experience mild, temporary side effects like a low-grade fever or soreness at the injection site. You can discuss using paracetamol with his doctor to manage any post-vaccine fever. Please ensure he continues taking his daily seizure medications exactly as prescribed.

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