Keppra (Levetiracetam) is an anti-epileptic medication that is used in combination with other anti-seizure medications to treat children who have certain types of epilepsy and have seizures. It is also used to treat tonic-clonic seizures in people over 6 years old and myoclonic seizures in people over 12 years old. Levetiracetam belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. It works by affecting the transmission of nerve signals in the brain.
Manufacturer Information
Canadian Pharmacy King currently offers the brand Keppra from Turkey and United Kingdom by UCB Pharma. The generic Levetiracetam is available from Canada, United Kingdom and India also called Levipil manufactured by Sun Pharma. Keppra is available in the dosage of 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg and 1000 mg tablets and 100 mg/ml/300 ml solution.
The common side effects of Keppra may include dizziness, drowsiness, unusual tiredness and weakness.
Talk to your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Easy bruising or bleeding;
• Loss of coordination;
• Mental or mood changes;
• Signs of anemia;
• Signs of infection
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Please call your doctor if you have any further concerns or questions.
You should not take Keppra if you are allergic to Levetiracetam or if you have any other allergies. Before you start taking this medication, talk to your doctor about your medical history and about all the medications you take including OTC and herbal medications. This medication may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol and marijuana can make you dizzier. You should not drive, use machinery or do any activity that requires you to be alert. Limit alcoholic beverages. This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless it is clearly needed. It may harm an unborn baby. If you are planning to get pregnant or think you may be pregnant, talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks of using Keppra during pregnancy. Levetiracetam passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breast-feeding.