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Epifast 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

By MANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

10 Tablet(s) in Strip

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Levetiracetam(500.0 Mg)

Therapeutic classification
ANTI-EPILEPTIC

Medical Description

Epifast 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 ...

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Epifast 500 MG

For the treatment of epilepsy (fits)

Contraindications of Epifast 500 MG

Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of Epifast Tablets

Side effects of Epifast 500 MG

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

Precautions and Warnings of Epifast 500 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Epifast Tablet during pregnancy?

Your doctor might prescribe Epifast Tablet after a careful assessment if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. However, you must not consume this without consulting a doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Epifast Tablet while breastfeeding?

Levetiracetam is excreted in human milk. Because Epifast Tablet have the potential to produce major adverse effects in nursing infants, you must not take this tablet while you breast feed.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Epifast Tablet?

You should not drive as Epifast Tablet can make you feel sleepy.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Epifast Tablet?

No, do not use consume alcohol with Epifast Tablet.

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

Mode of Action of Epifast 500 MG

How Does It Work?

Epifast 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 ...

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

Interactions of Epifast 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Epifast 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.

Storage and disposal of Epifast 500 MG

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

Dosage of Epifast 500 MG

Overdose

Overdose of Epifast 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 do...

Missed a Dose

Take Epifast 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

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

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

Q: Can I use other brand instead of Epifast 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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Product Details

Brand

EPIFAST

Country of Origin

India

Expires on or After

14/08/2022

Manufacturer Details

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Contains	Levetiracetam(500.0 Mg)
Uses	Epilepsy
Side effects	Somnolence, asthenia, infection, dizziness, fatigue

Last Updated on: 11 May 2022 | 02:48 PM (IST)

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