Epictal 500mg Tablet (Levetiracetam 500mg)

Introduction

Epictal 500mg Tablet is an anti-epileptic drug used to treat epilepsy seizures (fits). It can be used on its own or in combination with other medicine. It works to prevent seizures as long as you keep taking it.
Epictal 500mg Tablet works by reducing aberrant brain electrical activity. You can take it with or without food, but to receive the best effect, try to take it at the same time every day. The dosage will be determined by your medical condition and how you react to the medicine. Your doctor will recommend the appropriate dosage for you. It’s usually recommended as a long-term treatment. Even if you feel fine, you should keep taking it for as long as your doctor advises. If you stop taking your medicine or skip a dose, Epictal 500mg Tablet is an anti-epileptic medicine used to treat seizures (fits) in epilepsy. It can be used alone or along with other medicines. It helps to prevent seizures for as long as you continue to take it.

Epictal 500 mg Tablet suppresses the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. You can take it with or without food but try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Your doctor will advise the right dose for you. It is generally advised as a long-term treatment. You should continue taking it for as long as your doctor has told you to, even if you feel well. If you stop or miss doses your seizures could get worse.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, infection, irritation, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), sleepiness, behavior changes, aggressive behavior, and decreased appetite. Side effects are more common during the first few weeks and usually lessen as your body gets used to the medicine. Most of these side effects do not need medical attention, but some of them can be serious. A small number of people being treated with this medicine have had thoughts of harming or killing themselves. Contact your doctor if your mood changes for the worse.

Uses

Epictal 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

Directions for use

Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and duration of Epictal Tablet . Take it all in at once. It should not be chewed, crushed, or broken. Epictal 500mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but it’s best if you take it at the same time every day.

Side effects

The majority of side effects are minor and will go away as your body adjusts to the medicine. If they don’t go away or you’re concerned about them, see your doctor.
Adverse Effects of Epictal Tablet
Sleepiness,
Dizziness,
Fatigue,
Headache,
Decreased appetite,
Behavioural changes,
Aggressive behavior,
Irritation.