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WHAT IS IT?
Levetiracetam (Keppra) is an anti-epileptic medication (pyrrolidine derivative) that has an unknown mechanism of action (it may modulate GABA and glutamate release).
WHEN DO WE USE IT?
Seizures (simple, complex, tonic-clonic)
WHEN DO WE AVOID USING IT?
In those who are using alcohol (can precipitate seizures)
HOW IS IT ADMINISTERED?
Orally administered twice daily without any regard to meals.
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WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS/TOXICITY?
Somnolence, headache, dizziness, pharyngitis
ANYTHING ELSE TO KEEP IN MIND?
Antiepileptic drug (AED) usage is associated with increased suicidal behavior/ideation.
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Page Updated: 06.03.2016