Anticon 500

I am having shivering problem and doctor advised me to use Levipil 500mg. I am taking it once in a day in afternoon. Can I please know on which part of the body does it work? ## Levipil contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant, used to treat seizures, this means it acts on the brain. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, hair loss and anxiety. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## i am 16 years old. and i used to faint once or twice everyday for the past 2 weeks. after going to the doctor they asked me to take an EEG, MRI , CT scan etc... all the reports were normal and the doctor said i have seizures. he prescribes LEVIPIL 500 every night after dinner. after one dosage, the next night i started shaking tremdously, i cou...

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suffering from bipolar diseases,sudden outburst on simple causes added to my nature,untimely sound sleep,doctor prescribes Levipil 500mg one tab daily,what are the probable side effects of this medicine? ## Levipil contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant, used to treat seizures, this means it acts on the brain. Levetiracetam is, in general, well tolerated but may cause drowsiness, weakness, unsteady walking, coordination problems, headache, pain, forgetfulness, anxiety, irritability or hostility, dizziness, moodiness, nervousness, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and changes in skin color. You can read more about this drug in the link below: Are there any other questions or comments?

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I had a seizure. will drug keep me from having them ## Although Levetiracetam is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat epilepsy, everyone's reaction to this drug may be entirely different; whereas some people get great results, but there are others that it inevitably just doesn't work for no matter how many they take. Unfortunately when it comes to prescription drugs, the only to find out is to try it for yourself and decide after a few days to a week or so if this drug is really right for you. You can learn more about it here: Levetiracetam Details Is this something your doctor recommended you take?

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Hello, I want to know the sideeffects of lonterm usage of the drug encorate crono 500, does this drug lead to memory loss gradually, please suggest ## Encorate Chrono contains the active ingredient Valproic Acid, it is an anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer. And yes, the effects from long-term usage has included problems with cognitive function, though this is usually reversible by changing the dosage or discontinuing the medication, if it is creating a severe problem. Learn more: Are there any other comments or questions? ## encorate chrono 500 is prescribed to me twice daily with stalopam plus at night,Colaspa Retard too,I have parial complex epilepsy, huge discharge of mucuous in motion my sperm motility is nw low too and its count and my nerves have to strenghten as i am just married...

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My mother is suffering for epilepsy. She has been admitted to the hospital 8times for last 1 and 1/2 years. Doctor prescribed her Lobazam 5 and Levipil 500. Now she is feeling drowsy and some time she has lost her balance. If it is a side effect of the medicine, then what should be our course of action? ## Clobazam is a Benzodiazepine derivative and yes, it can cause some dizziness and drowsiness, as a side effect. Levipil contains Levetiracetam, it is an anticonvulsant and it can cause the same types of side effects. So, the two together could even be compounding the problem. How long has she been taking them? The side effects should start to taper off and improve, as her body gets used to the medications, but it can take about 4 to 6 weeks. ## Thanks for the valuable feedback. She has...

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I have been on Epsolin/Eptoine for the past 7 years & started to face some hand shakiness & gum troubles. Just wanted to check if there are any side effects of levipill 500 since my neurologists has advised me to switch from Epsolin to Levipill. ## Every medication carries the risk of side effects. Levipil contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant. Its side effects may include: nausea, hair loss, anxiety and headache. Learn more: Are there any other questions? ## sir, i am mahesh kumar seizure disorder,presently taking levipil,oxetol 300 mg tablets ## though i take levipil500mg twice a day i feel fits again. ## My son started getting convulsions at the age of 8years and after that he is on proper medication but still suffers convulsions every third...

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I have low grade glioma and have been taking Levera 500 + Fresium 10 tablets for the last 12 months from my first paralytic attack. Now I feel numbness and I would like to know if this is a side effect of either medication, and if so, is there another solution for this? ## I am 42 years old and after taking Levera, I'm feeling numbness in my leg which is partially paralyzed after craniotomy. What is the solution? ## Levera is listed as containing Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant. As reported by the U.S. FDA it is not known to cause numbness, like you've both described. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mood swings and weight gain. The numbness is most likely due to the condiments you've both been diagno...

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large oval white pill. Saya APO on one side and the other says 500 on one side and GAB on the other side ## MY GRANDMOTHER TAKES THESE PILLS AND I AM TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHAT THEY ARE ## fdg ## I believe the number on the tablet was actually either 300 or 600, since there is none with a 500, but the tablets contain Gabapentin and the number is the applicable dosage. Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant that's has also been shown to help with some mood disorders and certain types of nerve pain. You can learn more Gabapentin details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and weight changes. Are there any comments or concerns?

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Divalproex delyed release 50mg, oval wite pill with zao6 onone sd, whatis this used for xacty ## Divalproex (Depakote) delayed-release tablets is an anticonvulsant, used primarily for controlling certain types of seizures in the treatment of epilepsy. It is also used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorders (manic-depressive illness), and to prevent migraine headaches. It works by reducing or preventing the number of seizures by controlling the abnormal activity of nerve impulses in the brain and central nervous system. Exactly how it works to treat bipolar disorder and migraine headache is not known. Learn More: Depakote Details I hope this info helps to answer your question!

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I'm gaining more weight after taking this medicine along with lobazam 5mg, is it normal, what should i do to maintain my weight, i was 73 15 days ago now i'm 80 after 15 days. ## Dicorate ER contains Valproic Acid, it is an anticonvulsant that's also used to treat some mood disorders and yes, it can cause weight gain as a side effect. Learn more Valproic Acid details here. The only safe things to really try to maintain your weight is to eat a healthy, low-fat diet and get plenty of proper exercise. Your doctor may also have ideas that could help. Are there any other questions or comments?

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Please let me know the side effects of Levera 500. I am a 56 year old lady. ## Hello, Kirti! How are you? Levera contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, weakness and mood changes. Learn more Levera details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am taking Levipil 500 mg + 500 mg in the morning as well as at night. The total dosage is 2000 mg in a whole day. I have been taking it for the last 3 yrs. I have symptoms of heavy hair loss. My question is how can I stop my hair fall as it is too much. ## This contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant that is most commonly used to treat epilepsy. And as to hair loss, that is not listed as a normal side effect, but have you consulted your doctor? If not, you really should, to determine if it is from the medication or from something else. If it is caused by the medication, there are sometimes nutritional supplements that can help slow the hair loss, many people have had good luck with Biotin: However, you should check with your doctor or pharmacist, befor...

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I was on epilex chrono 500 mg twice when the medication was reduced and stopped. This happened twice during a period of 6 years (break after 3 years). But every time the hand tremor reoccured. Presently I am on levesam 500 mg thrice since Feb 2009. Its been 3 years and I dont think that the doctor wants to reduce the medication or intend on stopping it. Are there any side effects that I may face if I continue this medication? I also plan to start a family, could this medication harm my child? ## Levesam contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant. Learn more Levetiracetam details here. There are possible risks associated with taking any medication, but at this point your doctor probably feels that the possible risks are outweighed by the benefits it's pr...

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I have under gone burr hole neuro surgery on 07/06/2011 for blood clotting due to use of warfarin for heart valve change. Doctor advise me to take Levipil 500 twice daily . How long II have to continue this medicine and what are the side effect? What will happen if I discontnue this m edicine? ## Have you consulted your doctor? They are the only person that can appropriately advise you on how long you need to take this medication. Levipil contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, it's an anticonvulsant medication. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, anxiety and mood changes. Learn more:

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I had my first seizure disorder in March 2015 which lasted for atlest 25 min. i have been advised levipill 500MG twice a day..Is this medicine safe??? what cud be its side effects??does it act as a blood thinner?? Pls guide Thanks Vaishali ## I had 1 fits in 2012 and the second in 2015..doctor prescribed me levipill 500 in morning and levipill 500 in nite..what's are the side effects..my eeg and brain mri are normal.. ## This contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant that's used to prevent seizures. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi, I am 33 years old. I was met with an accident 4 months ago. I had a head injury du...

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i ve using levilpil 500mg from last 3 years. now i m pregnant. is it neceesary to continue the dosage or it will ve any side effect on the baby?????? ## Hi, Veena! Levipil contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, it's an anticonvulsant and animal studies have shown that it may have an adverse effect on the baby, but no human studies have been done. If you suffer from seizures, you need to consult your doctor to weight the possible benefits and risks of your medical condition and the medication, then you can make an information decision on what you should do. Is there anything else I can help with? Learn more Levetiracetam details here. ## Im having Levipil XR 750 since 8 months now. I'm a married woman aged 36 and want to know if I have to conceive will the medicine have an...

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I take Valparin Chrono 500 and lately I feel so tired. My memory is not strong either, and any time I memorize anything I forget in a few minutes, could this be from my meds? ## i take valparinchrono 500 twice in a day.is it possible that my weight can gain now i am 21st year old. ## Valparin Chrono contains sodium valproate 133 mg, valproic acid 58 mg, it is used as an anticonvulsant and antimigraine medication. To the OP, have you spoken to your doctor about the problem? You may require a different medication or a dosage adjustment. What was it prescribed to treat? The weight gain side effect is something that is only experienced by a small percentage of people that use this medication, so it is probably not worth worrying about. ## i am taking Valparin Chrono 500 T.I.D/Day,for that i...

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i am taking 500mg & 300mg valparin mornig & night 1 tablet each from last one year. i startred gaining the weight.1 year back i become a uncosiouns @ 48 hour . doctotr made all the tests & recomended above tablets.i want to know what are the side effect of the above tabelets ## Valparin contains the active ingredient Valproic Acid, it is an anticonvulsant medication. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and weight changes. Learn more Valproic Acid details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I take a regular dose of levesam 500mg and valance od 750 as i am sufering from epilepsy disease from the last 7 years. Sometime I forget things like what i do, I feel like sleeping all the day and most important I behave unusually sometimes. That's what my parents and people around me told me. Even I feel like that but I don't remember much. After some time every thing is good. Please suggest what is wrong with me?? ## Hello, Sandeep! How are you? What you've described can all be normal side effects of anticonvulsant medications, as listed by the FDA. You may also experience dizziness, dry mouth and weight gain. If these symptoms are problematic for you, you could speak to your doctor about possibly trying different medications. Is there anything else I can help with? ## He...

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is supposed to be levetiracetam 500mg but can't find out for sure if it is or not. ## Hello, Mary! How are you? From what I've found, this tablet is listed as containing 500mgs of Levetiracetam, which is an anticonvulsant that is also sometimes used to treat other medical conditions. Learn more Levetiracetam details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, weight changes and mood swings. Is there anything else I can help with?

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