Levetiracetam Injection USP

Levetiracetam 500mg Injection- Professionals prescribe this medicine to treat the medical condition of Epilepsy (a condition with abnormal nerve cell activity in your brain resulting in seizures or fits). Seizures include uncontrolled jerking, loss of consciousness, blank stares, or other symptoms caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Chemical Class: Anticonvulsants, Anti-epileptics

Mode of Action: Levetiracetam reduces the inhibitory action of zinc and other negative allosteric modulators (beta-carbolines) on GABA and glycine-gated currents. And is effective in treating partial, myoclonic, and tonic-clonic seizures.

Habit-forming: No habit-forming tendencies were reported for this medicine.

Chemical Formula – C8H14N2O2

Medicinal Uses

• Professionals prescribe this medicine to treat the medical condition of Epilepsy (a condition with abnormal nerve cell activity in your brain resulting in seizures or fits). Seizures include uncontrolled jerking, loss of consciousness, blank stares, or other symptoms caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Key benefits

• Fast-acting IV solution for seizure
• Broad-Spectrum Antiepileptic
• Well-Tolerated Profile
• Flexible Dosing

Side Effects

Major and minor side effects of Levetiracetam 500mg Injection include-

• Common Cold
• Sleepiness
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Anxiety and nervousness
• Dizziness
• Lack of energy
• Cough
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea
• Indigestion
• Nausea or Vomiting
• Rash
• Tiredness
• Weight loss or weight gain
• Mood swings
• Vision disturbances
• Increased liver enzyme levels
• Hair loss
• Muscle pain

The symptoms associated with this medication typically diminish over time. However, should a patient experience any discomfort or severity in symptoms, immediate medical attention should be sought.

Precautions

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medicine unless prescribed by a professional.
• Use this medicine with caution if you had/have excess suicidal thoughts, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances, dizziness, or sleepiness, etc.
• Alcohol consumption and smoking cigarettes should be strictly avoided as it can worsen your condition.
• Drink plenty of fluids, have a nutritious diet, and rest well.

WARNINGS

1. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to any of its active or inactive ingredients, as it may cause severe discomfort.
2. Patients who had/have a lung disease, liver disease, glaucoma, pre-existing heart diseases, and anemia should avoid using this medicine as it can serious reactions.
3. Prolonged or excessive use of this medicine is not advised.
4. Children of age 18 years of age can be given this medicine based on medical advice.

Directions for Use

• Injectables are supposed to be induced under the supervision of a clinical practitioner. Please go to your nearby pharmacy, clinic, or hospital for your dosages.
• Do not self-administer the injectable.
• Get plenty of rest after receiving the dose and drink plenty of fluids.
• Check the dosage instructions, storage requirements, and warnings mentioned on the label before use.

Interactions

Interact with Diseases

• Renal impairment
• Acute Kidney Injury
• Depression
• Cardiac Disease

Interaction with Drugs

• Phenytoin
• Carbamazepine
• Valproic acid
• Phenobarbital
• Lamotrigine
• Gabapentin
• Primidone
• Probenecid
• Methotrexate

Interaction with food and Beverages

There is no such interaction found with any kind of food or beverage.

Adverse reaction

There is the risk of anorexia when Levetiracetam is administered, and in several cases of alopecia, recovery was observed when Levetiracetam was discontinued. Bone narrowing is also identified in some of the rare cases.

Overdose

You should get in touch with your healthcare physician right away if you overdose. Visit a local healthcare facility if the person is unconscious or experiencing breathing difficulties.

Symptoms of overdose:

• Aggression
• Agitation
• Drowsiness
• Difficulty breathing
• Loss of consciousness
• Coma

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place, avoid extreme temperatures. Ensure that children and pets cannot access it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q) How does the Levetiracetam 500mg Injection work?

Ans) Levetiracetam reduces the inhibitory action of zinc and other negative allosteric modulators (beta-carbolines) on GABA and glycine-gated currents. And is effective in treating partial, myoclonic, and tonic-clonic seizures.

Q) Can I use the Levetiracetam 500mg Injection with other medications?

Ans) After consultation, your doctor will confirm you with this information.

Q) What are the side effects of Levetiracetam 500mg Injection?

Ans) Common side effects include- common cold, sleepiness, headache, loss of appetite, anxiety and nervousness, etc.

Q) Where can I buy the Levetiracetam 500mg Injection?

Ans) You can purchase the medicine at your local pharmacies, only with a prescription.

Q) Are there any serious side effects from Levetiracetam?

Ans) If you have any serious side effects persistent you should seek immediate medical attention.

Q) Can I use this medication at home?

Ans) This drug is not advised for self-administration and should only be administered by injection under a doctor’s supervision.

Q) Can any changes occur in weight after taking this medication?

Ans) It depends on person to person, some gain weight or lose.

Q) What should I do if I miss my dose?

Ans) If you miss your dose, don’t double it, just take it at the fixed time, if missed consult your doctor.