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Cantor 500mg Tablets

By ZEE LABORATORIES LTD
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Cantor 500 MG Description

Cantor Tablet contains Levetiracetam. It is used to treat epilepsy (fits). It can be used on its own or in combination with other medications. It works to prevent seizures as long as you keep taking

it. This medicine should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Before starting this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

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ContainsLevetiracetam(500.0 Mg)
UsesEpilepsy
Side effectsSomnolence, asthenia, infection, dizziness, fatigue
TherapyANTI-EPILEPTIC
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uses

Uses of Cantor 500 MG

For the treatment of epilepsy (fits)
contraindications

Contraindications of Cantor 500 MG

  • Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of Cantor Tablets
sideEffects

Side effects of Cantor 500 MG

  • Sleepiness
  • Lack of energy
  • Infection
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Aggression
  • Nasal congestion
  • Decreased appetite
  • Irritability
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Cantor 500 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Cantor Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Your doctor might prescribe Cantor Tablet after a careful assessment if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. However, you must not consume this without consulting a doctor.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Cantor Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Levetiracetam is excreted in human milk. Because Cantor Tablet have the potential to produce major adverse effects in nursing infants, you must not take this tablet while you breast feed.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Cantor Tablet?
A:
You should not drive as Cantor Tablet can make you feel sleepy.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Cantor Tablet?
A:
No, do not use consume alcohol with Cantor Tablet.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have kidney problems
  • You have signs and symptoms of depression
  • You or your family has a history of irregular heartbeats
  • You have suicidal thoughts
  • Your epilepsy worsens
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Cantor 500 MG

How Does It Work?

Cantor Tablet is used to treat epilepsy. It works by attaching to certain sites (SV2A) on nerve cell surfaces. This stops the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures by suppressing aberrant n...
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directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Cantor 500 MG

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and duration of this medication
  • Take the tablet all in at once
  • Cantor Tablet should not be chewed, crushed, or broken
  • Cantor Tablet can be taken with or without food
  • Take it at the same time every day
interactions

Interactions of Cantor 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way Cantor Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
  • It has been observed that taking levetiracetam and methotrexate together reduces methotrexate clearance, resulting in higher/longer blood methotrexate concentrations that are potentially hazardous.
  • Co-administration of levetiracetam and a laxative called macrogol may decrease the efficacy of levetiracetam. Hence, use macrogol one hour before or after using levetiracetam.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Cantor 500 MG

  • Keep Cantor Tablet out of children's sight and reach
  • Do not use Cantor Tablet after expiry date
  • Store at 25 degrees Celsius
dosage

Dosage of Cantor 500 MG

Overdose

Overdose of Cantor Tablet may cause sleepiness, irritability, hostility, decreased awareness, respiratory inhibition, and coma. If you took more tablets than you should have, see your doctor. Your doc...
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Missed a Dose

Take Cantor Tablet as soon as you remember if you miss a dose. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
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Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY
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Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: Can I use Cantor Tablet if I have liver problems?

A: You can use Cantor Tablet during liver problems if your doctor has prescribed it.

Q: Can I use other brand instead of Cantor Tablet?

A: No, stick to the same brand as the dose of the medicine may differ among different brands. There are substitutes available; however, you should consult a doctor first.
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CANTOR
Last Updated on: 11 May 2022 | 02:48 PM (IST)

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