Brivasure 75mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Brivasure 75 MG Description
Brivasure Tablet is an anti-convulsant medicine. It contains an active ingredient called Brivaracetam. Brivasure is used in the treatment of seizures in an individual with epilepsy. It is a brain-rel
ated disorder that can result in abnormal brain activity, loss of consciousness and sensation. Brivasure Tablet works by stabilizing the abnormal conduction of signals in the brain. It is also advised not to drive just after taking this medicine, as it may cause symptoms like sleepiness, dizziness and lack of coordination etc. You should tell the physician if you have a liver or kidney problem. You should also discuss about your pregnancy or if you are a breastfeeding mother. Abrupt withdrawal of this medicine can cause serious problems and may increase the frequency of seizure or fits.
Product Summary
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Contains | Brivaracetam(75.0 Mg) |
Uses | Partial onset seizures |
Side effects | Sleepiness, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting |
Therapy | ANTI-EPILEPTIC |
Uses of Brivasure 75 MG
Contraindications of Brivasure 75 MG
Side effects of Brivasure 75 MG
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Precautions and Warnings of Brivasure 75 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
- It is not recommended to take Brivasure Tablet if breastfeeding, as the effects of Brivasure Tablet on the new-born child are not known. However, if you are taking this medicine on your physician's advice during breastfeeding you should keep a close watch on the breastfed baby if any adverse effects appear and inform your doctor immediately and you should ask about the best way to feed your baby during the treatment....
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are getting thoughts of suicide or self-harm and behavioural changes.
- You have a liver or kidney problem because in such health conditions dose adjustment is required.
- You experience dizziness or drowsiness after taking this medicine.
- You feel behavioural changes including psychotic symptoms, irritation, depression, anxiety or aggression. In such conditions, you may need close monitoring during the treatment.
- You experience breathing problems and swelling of the skin. It may be required to discontinue the treatment immediately and also advised not to restart the medicine if such adverse reactions occur.
- This medicine should be stopped gradually to avoid associated side effects. Abrupt withdrawal of this medicine may lead to increased frequency of fits or seizures and status epilepticus (a seizure that lasts for a longer duration than the usual seizure episodes)....
- It is advised to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you are confident enough about the effects of this medicine.
Mode of Action of Brivasure 75 MG
How Does It Work?
- Seizures generally occur due to abnormal nerve activity in the brain resulting in uncontrolled movements, loss of consciousness and abnormal feelings.
- Brivasure Tablet acts on the brain and inhibits the spread of abnormal electrical activity. It works by binding itself to synaptic vesicle protein 2A (SV2A), a specific receptor in the brain and helps in stabilizing the neuronal disturbance in the brain which can cause seizures....
Directions for Use of Brivasure 75 MG
- Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor.
- It should be swallowed as a whole with plenty of water. It should not be chewed or crushed.
- Do not change your dose unless your doctor tells you to and never stop taking the medicine on your own.
Interactions of Brivasure 75 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking to avoid any possible interactions.
- Brivasure Tablet can affect the action of other medicines and other medicines may also affect the action of Brivasure Tablet if taken together or at the same time.
- Especially if you are taking rifampicin - a medicine which is used to treat bacterial infections and St John’s wort (also known as Hypericum perforatum) - a herbal medicine used to treat mood disorders and anxiety as well as other conditions....
Storage and disposal of Brivasure 75 MG
- Do not store this medicine above 25°C.
- Store it in the original packaging to protect it from moisture.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Brivasure 75 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is a partial seizure?
Q: What precaution should I take during the treatment?
- Do not stop taking Brivasure Tablet abruptly without the advice of your doctor. A sudden withdrawal of this medicine can cause serious problems and also may lead to an increase in the frequency of seizure or fits or attacks....
- Tell your doctor if you experience any unusual behaviour or thoughts of harming or killing yourself while taking this medicine.
Q: Can Brivasure Tablet be cut in half?
Q: What should I avoid while taking Brivasure Tablet?
References
- Briviact 100 mg Film-coated Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 27 July 2022].
- DailyMed - BRIVIACT- brivaracetam tablet, film coatedBRIVIACT- brivaracetam solutionBRIVIACT- brivaracetam injection, suspension [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 27 July 2022].
- Drug Information Portal - U.S. National Library of Medicine - Quick Access to Quality Drug Information [Internet]. Druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 27 July 2022].
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