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Levipil 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 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 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 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 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 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 1 gm Tablet , so pay attention to any sudden change in mood swings, behaviour, or feeling.
Levipil 1 gm Tablet is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures. The detailed uses of Levipil 1 gm Tablet are as follows:
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You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Levipil 1 gm Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or sleepiness. It may also lead to a life-threatening condition like coma if taken with excessive alcohol.
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Levipil 1 gm Tablet is a Category C risk pregnancy drug that is considered unsafe for pregnant women. Levipil 1 gm Tablet can have some harmful effects on the baby (fetus), so your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
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Levipil 1 gm Tablet passes into breast milk and may affect the baby's health. So, inform your doctor if your are breastfeeding before starting the treatment.
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Levipil 1 gm Tablet usually causes dizziness, drowsiness, and visual disturbances, which may affect their ability to drive or operate machinery. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel sleepy or dizzy after taking Levipil 1 gm Tablet . Tell your doctor if you experience any of these side effects.
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Levipil 1 gm Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
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Levipil 1 gm Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disorders. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. Do not give Levipil 1 gm Tablet to dialysis patients and kidney failure patients.
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It is not known whether Levipil 1 gm Tablet is safe or effective in treating conditions like panic disorder in children younger than 18 years old. So, your doctor will decide whether Levipil 1 gm Tablet can be given to the children less than 18 years of age or not.
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Please consult your doctor before using Levipil 1 gm Tablet if you have pre-existing heart problems. Your doctor will prescribe Levipil 1 gm Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Levipil 1 gm Tablet should be used with caution in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.
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The time required for Levipil 1 gm Tablet to start to work: The time required for Levipil 1 gm Tablet to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Levipil 1 gm Tablet last: The effect of Levipil 1 gm Tablet lasts for 2 days.
Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may have interaction with antianxiety or antiepileptic medicines (carbamazepine, fluvoxamine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone), anti-HIV drugs (amprenavir, ritonavir), acidity medicine (cimetidine), drugs to treat chronic alcoholism (disulfiram), anti-tuberculosis drug (rifampicin), anti-Parkinson’s drug (levodopa), and asthma drugs (theophylline).
Drug-Food Interaction: Levipil 1 gm Tablet may interact with multivitamins, multi-minerals, or other herbal supplements. If you are using any over-the-counter (OTC) items, please let your doctor know.
Drug-Disease Interaction: The effectiveness of Levipil 1 gm Tablet is affected in haemodialysis (when the kidneys are unable to perform their natural function) and anaemia (characterised by a low haemoglobin level). Also, obese people (with a BMI greater than 25) should consult a doctor before taking Levipil 1 gm Tablet .
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