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Levipil 500 Tablet

10 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP149.00

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Levipil 500 Tablet
Levipil 500 Tablet
Levipil 500 Tablet

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SUN PHARMA

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Levetiracetam(500.0 Mg)
Uses
Seizures or fits
Therapy
Anti-epileptic
Side effects
Headache, cold, dizziness, agitation, nausea, feeling angry
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Medical Description

Levipil 500 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication used to manage epilepsy seizures. It can be used alone or in combination with other treatments. It works by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain and helps prevent seizures if taken consistently. Levipil 500 tablets can be taken with or without food at the same time every day for optimal effectiveness. The dosage is determined by the individual medical condition and response to the medication, and your doctor will guide you on the regimen.

Levipil 500 is typically prescribed for long-term use, and adhering to the prescribed dosage is crucial for maintaining control over epilepsy symptoms. Abrupt cessation or missing doses may worsen the condition. Common side effects such as dizziness, headaches, infections, nasal congestion, drowsiness, mood changes, and reduced appetite may occur, particularly during the first few weeks of treatment, but often subside as the body adjusts. While most side effects are manageable, some may require medical attention.

Epilive 500 tablets, Levigress 500 tablets, Keppra 500mg tablets, Torleva 500mg tablets and Levesam 500mg tablets also contain Levetiracetam.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting Levipil tablet.

Uses

Levipil tablet is used to treat various kinds of epileptic seizures like partial seizures or focal seizures (affecting a part of the brain), myoclonic seizures (resulting in jerky movement of muscles) and generalized tonic-clonic seizures (resulting in muscle stiffness and loss of consciousness).

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to Levetiracetam or any ingredients of Levipil tablet.
  • If you have kidney-related problems.
  • If you have a history of brain-related abnormal behaviours such as hallucinations or suicidal thoughts.
  • If you have a psychiatric disorder such as depression, loss of reality and personality.
  • If you have an abnormal blood cell count.

Side effects

  • Headache
  • Cold
  • Dizziness
  • Agitation
  • Nausea
  • Feeling angry
  • Loss of appetite
  • Mood swings
  • Weakness

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Levipil tablet should only be taken during pregnancy if prescribed by your doctor. Inform your physician even if you are planning to get pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

It is not advisable to take Levipil tablet while breastfeeding. If Levipil tablet is prescribed by your doctor, monitor your baby for sleepiness, developmental milestones and weight gain.

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Driving

Levipil tablet may sometimes cause drowsiness. You are advised to not drive if you feel drowsy.

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Alcohol

Avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with Levipil tablet as it can result in side effects like sleepiness, feeling faint and impaired thinking, concentration and judgement.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have or are undergoing treatment for kidney disease.
  • You have suicidal tendencies or brain-related disorders.
  • You are on hemodialysis or have any history of blood disorders.
  • You have any surgical or medical history or ongoing medication, including herbal and nutritional supplements.

Directions for Use

  • Levipil tablet need not be taken along with meals.
  • Take Levipil tablet whole, with water and as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Take it at the same time each day.
  • Do not stop Levipil tablet dosage without consulting your doctor.

Storage and disposal

  • Store Levipil tablets in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
  • Keep it away from children and pets.
  • Discard any unused medicine properly. Do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Quick Tips

  • Levipil tablet is an anti-epileptic medication and is used in the treatment of different forms of epilepsy, commonly known as seizures or fits.
  • Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the exact dose and duration. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
  • Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly, as it may result in worsening the disease condition.
  • Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Also, inform about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting Levipil tablet.
  • Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Levetiracetam or any ingredients of Levipil tablet.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Levipil tablet include sleepiness, anger, anxiety, breathing difficulty, semi-consciousness. Inform your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital in case of overdose.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Levipil tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

  • Nerve cells pass information to each other through electrical signals and chemicals called neurotransmitters. Epilepsy happens when there is an abnormal activity among the neurotransmitters.
  • It is assumed that Levipil tablet binds itself to a protein involved in producing neurotransmitters and thereby slows down the abnormal activity in nerve cells. The exact mechanism is unknown.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Levipil tablet may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination schedule.
  • Levipil tablet should be used with caution along with Acetaminophen (used to treat pain/fever), Naloxone (an antidote for opioid overdose), Propoxyphene (a pain reliever), Aspirin (used for pain, and fever), Caffeine (used for stimulation), Buprenorphine (used to treat addiction to opioids), Methotrexate (used for cancer), Sodium Oxybate (used to treat sleeping disorders).

Interactions with food items

Levipil 500 MG tablets (levetiracetam) can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may slightly delay its absorption, but this is not clinically significant.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, the safe usage of Levipil 500 tablet by young children has not been established yet.

Levipil 500 is a medication that helps control seizures in patients with epilepsy. It is recommended for long-term use as it helps patients lead a healthy life. Abruptly stopping Levipil may cause seizures to occur and worsen the patient's condition. Therefore, it is crucial to consult your doctor before discontinuing the medicine.

Yes, Levipil 500 tablet contains Levetiracetam as its main ingredient.

Levipil should be taken for as long as the doctor has advised you. The dose and duration depend on the type of fits disorder and its severity. It should not be stopped until your doctor advises so.

Caution is advised while giving this medicine to people older than 65, as their kidneys usually don't work as good as before. Seniors may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medicine, like sleepiness or dizziness. Due to this, they are at greater risk of injury from falls or other accidents.

No, Levipil 500 tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-epileptic medicine containing levetiracetam as its active ingredient. It is used for the treatment of different forms of epilepsy, commonly known as seizures or fits.

Headache, dizziness, irritation, nausea, vomiting and mood swings are a few common side effects of this medicine. Although, not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine.

Yes, some individuals may experience weight loss with the use of Levipil 500 tablet. If you experience fluctuations in your weight during treatment with this medicine, talk to your doctor.

Yes, Levipil 500 tablet is used to treat different forms of epilepsy, commonly known as seizures or fits.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:LEVIPIL

Manufacturer Name:SUN PHARMA

Address:Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd. Plot No. 107-108, Namli Block, P. O. Ranipool, East-Sikkim-737 135.

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Levipil 500 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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