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Keppra Generic 

Levetiracetam is the generic name of Keppra; it is also the active ingredient of this medication, which belongs to the anticonvulsant class of drugs. It calms the hyperactive brain, suppresses the nerves’ excessive rapid-firing during a seizure, and prevents it from spreading in the brain. 

Keppra Uses 

Keppra medication is an antiepileptic drug intended to treat seizures; epilepsy is a neurological disorder caused by abnormal circuit activity of the brain; episodes start when the brain cells are not working correctly or work faster than usual.  

This medication works on different types of seizures like: 

Partial onset seizure – muscle jerking, stiffening, or sensing things not present while the patient is conscious. 

Tonic-clonic seizure – loss of consciousness, muscle stiffening, and jerking that lasts from one to three minutes and takes longer to recover. 

Myoclonic seizure – brief jerks or twitches while the patient is conscious and can still think clearly. 

This medication modulates synaptic neurotransmitter release by binding to the synaptic vesicle protein in the brain. It establishes the brain’s electrical activity to slow down electrical signs to stop seizures. 

Keppra Dosage 

 This medication is prescribed based on the patient’s medical condition, other medicines are taken, children’s age and weight, and response to the treatment. It comes in an extended-release tablet with 500 mg and 750 mg strengths taken once daily or as prescribed by a doctor or pharmacist, an immediate-release tablet in 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg, and 1000mg strengths. Swallow the tablets whole unless it is scored or instructed to be cut by a healthcare professional, extended-release pills should not be cut, crushed, or chewed for it will release all the drug all at once that may lead to an increased risk of side effects, while the immediate-release tablet may taste bitter when cut, crushed, or chewed, take it without regard to food.  

Each patient has a unique prescription and should be followed; adults and children from 12 years old with 50kg or more are usually prescribed initially with 1000 mg once a day or 500 mg twice a day with a maximum of 3000 mg per day. Children’s prescriptions are more complex; a doctor will determine their age and weight’s adequate dose. Regular use will help attain the best result, take it at the same time of day every day, once a dose is missed, take it once remembered, if it is near the time of the next intake, skip the missed dose, for double dosing is discouraged. 

Keppra Side Effects 

Drowsiness, dizziness, and unusual tiredness are the common side effects of levetiracetam that should go away within four weeks of intake as the body adjusts; call your doctor for medical advice about side effects if they persist or worsen. Take note that the side effects listed here are not the complete list. 

Serious side effects listed below may also be experienced; tell your doctor right away if any of them occur: 

• Loss of coordination
• Mood changes
• Symptoms of infection such as sore throat that won’t go
• Symptoms of anemia like pale skin, fast heartbeat, easily bruised, and unusual tiredness that doesn’t go away.
• Allergic reactions 

Keppra and Alcohol 

Drinking alcohol while in this medication should be avoided, for both affect the nervous system and heighten each other side effects leading to extreme dizziness, drowsiness, and coordination problems. Limit alcohol consumption if it cannot be avoided. However, Keppra can be used in alcohol withdrawal where a person can experience cold, sweating, racing pulse, vomiting, shaky hands, intense anxiety, and seizure. This medication can manage potential seizures that can occur, although other standard options can be used. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

-Is Keppra safe for pregnancy? 

This medication should only be used when needed; talk to your doctor to discuss the risks and benefits; this drug can be passed through breast milk. 

-Can you still have seizures while in Keppra? 

It may take a few weeks before this medication starts to work, so you may still have some seizures during the adjustment week. 

-What will happen if I stop taking Keppra? 

Do not stop taking this medication without a doctor’s advice, for abruptly stopping may worsen seizures; the dose should gradually decrease if you decide to stop the medicine. 

-Can Keppra make kids hyper? 

Hyperactivity and anxiety are seen in children in some clinical studies.