Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet is used to treat seizures (fits) due to epilepsy. Epilepsy is a chronic condition where patients have repeated fits (convulsions). It is mainly used for fits that affect only one side of the brain, but could extend to larger areas on both sides of the brain.

Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet contains Levetiracetam, which works by slowing down the abnormal signals in the brain that cause episodes of seizures. It helps by suppressing specific brain sites responsible for abnormal activity and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures. 

Not everyone who is taking Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet will get these side effects. In some cases, you may experience daytime drowsiness, disturbed sleep, light-headedness, dizziness, sleepiness, general weakness, and unexplained infections. Most of these side effects of Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please reach out to your doctor.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsens.

Before taking Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet , tell your doctor if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Inform your doctor if you have any history of kidney disease, lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), difficulty in sleeping (sleep apnoea), or severe liver disease. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. Suddenly stopping Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet can cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors, or general unwell feeling. Suicidal thoughts or actions can be caused in some patients taking Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet , so pay attention to any sudden change in mood swings, behaviour, or feeling.

• Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor. • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication. • Swallow Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• Levipil XR 1 gm 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.
• Levipil XR 1 gm 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.

Avoid taking Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet if you are allergic to it. Do not take Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet if you have any history of lung disease, liver disease, or glaucoma or have difficulty sleeping (sleep apnoea). Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet can cause severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), which can be life-threatening. Taking Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet with other anti-epileptic medications can cause severe drowsiness, breathing problems, coma, and death. Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet should be taken with extreme caution in patients with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. Hence, it is advised to avoid driving.

Pregnant or lactating women should consult a doctor before taking Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet , as it is generally unsafe for use in this population. If you think you have suicidal thoughts, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances, dizziness, or sleepiness, let your doctor know about this. Young children (especially those under 16 years) are more likely to develop behavioural changes like aggression than adults, so Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet should only be given to children if recommended by the physician and under medical supervision.

Store Levipil XR 1 gm Tablet at room temperature. You are advised not to chew, crush or break the medicine. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Do not take more than the recommended dose of medicine, as it can cause undesirable effects. It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date. Please visit a doctor immediately if you experience a rash, itching, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or swelling in your hands, face, or mouth while using this medicine.