Keppra Side Effects

my son has been on this medication although it has slowed seizures dramaticly his mood and aggression are worse.Angry,argumentetive and depressed.Is this normal? ## I'm on Keppra since last year and I feel the same . Irritated , annoyed n stressed out all the time . ## There is a warning in the Keppra (Levetiracetam) patient information that warns about the possibility of personality changes, and if they occur, it advises you to consult the relevant physician immediately, as the patient will need to switch to a different medication. My husband experienced the same issue, he was just angry, and rage filled, all the time, so his doctor took him off of it right away, and he's been doing great on the new medication they prescribed. Ref: Keppra Information Is there anything else I ca...

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what are known and possible side effects if this medication ## i've been taking keppra for about 9 years now and I've noticed that it does make me sleepy. It's not really bad where I can't function or work. It's really easy for me to fall asleep at night. Aside from that I haven't noticed anything else. It really helps keep my seizures under control as well. I hope this helps*** ## Keppra contains the active ingredient Levetiracetam, this is an anticonvulsant used to treat epilepsy, Some of the most common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, sensations of pins and needles in the extremeties and irritability. You can read more about this medication here: Is there anything else I can help you with?

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my son is 4yrs old. He is epileptic and treated with valporic acis and KEPPRA . HE HAVE SOME SHEECH DELAY and to some extent ADHD child. now doctor ask to give him sizodon 3-20 drops (Max) daily night. does it will affect his health or have any side effect. his weight is only 15 kgs we are giving him therapy by which his skill are improving well. we are going to OT and Speech Therapy. His social behavior with other children is good but he some biting behavior.

i am an focal epilepsy patient since last 20 years. i have tried Sodium valporate for six years, tegritol for 5 years, topirol for 2 years. Now having lamitor 250 mg daily + lobazam mg daily. siezurs are not regular and i dont unconsius any time... only some stars seen to me sometimes very strong and sometimes for very few seconds I remain in full sense. Doctors say I have to get lamitor regularly. Will i be able to reduce or get rid of this pill? and what are the side effects of this tablet? ## I am a epilepsy patient taking Kpepra 2000mg,lemitor 100mg and want to be pregnant so is it safe to take these two medications during pregnancy.During my first pregnancy was taking 1500mg Keppra but my baby was having heart problem by birth still doctors don't know whether it is due to keppr...

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Levetiracetam

Levetiracetam, sold under the brand name Keppra among others, is a medication used to treat epilepsy.[6] It is used for partial-onset, myoclonic, or tonic–clonic seizures and is taken either by mouth as an immediate or extended release formulation or by injection into a vein.[6] Common side effects of levetiracetam include sleepiness, dizziness, feeling tired, and aggression.[6] Severe side effects may include psychosis, suicide, and aller...

Levetiracetam

Levetiracetam, sold under the brand name Keppra among others, is a medication used to treat epilepsy.[6] It is used for partial-onset, myoclonic, or tonic–clonic seizures and is taken either by mouth as an immediate or extended release formulation or by injection into a vein.[6] Common side effects of levetiracetam include sleepiness, dizziness, feeling tired, and aggression.[6] Severe side effects may include psychosis, suicide, and aller...

Is it safe for my 13 year old daughter to take keppra and zzzquil ## Hi moni, According to the manufacturer's guidelines, the proposed age limit for Keppra (levetiracetam) is listed at 16; and for zzzquil the product warning label suggests that it should not be used in children under 12 years of age. I don't know if you are aware of this or not, but there was a recent documentary on high CBD strains of cannabis being used to prevent seizures in young children. I don't know which state you reside in, but the mayor of New Jersey actually legalized edibles for kids who have this condition after watching the documentary that aired on CBS. I'm not a doctor, but perhaps this natural alternative could be a more viable option with less side effects and warnings than Keppra (with...

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Is there anyone else taking Keppra and CBD? Do you have any side effects? ## At this time, CBD has not been known to cause any extremely problematic issues when taken with most prescription medications, but it can also vary from person to person, and be dependent on the dosages of the medications, the class of medications, and etc. The FDA does warn, however, that it can increase the risk of experiencing some side effects, such as dizziness, drowsiness, sedation, and difficulty concentrating, as well as the severity of such symptoms. Ref: CBD Information As with anything else, it is always best to check with your doctor, before taking it. My doctor cleared me to take it for nerve pain, but I don't drive, and I work from home, so I wasn't at high risk the first couple times I too...

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Recently have been having vague memory problems lasting 30 to 60 secs. Am68 yrs old. Dr suggested imay have epilepsy. Hiwsafeisthis drug andcanI fly ## Hello, Ann! How are you? It is no more safe or risky than most other medications. It is an anticonvulsant and it can cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, memory loss and change of personality, as reported by the FDA. Do you mean flying in a plane or are you a pilot?

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I'm have epilepsy I'm taking1000 gm Keppra for years and not having seizure attack any more how much is Precautionary doses i can take or can i stop taking keppra ? ## You should take the dosage that your doctor has prescribed, taking a lower amount, or stopping it may cause you to experience seizures. The NIH lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings, and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am 25 and have been on Keppra for about 2 years. I have not had any seizures since last January but I have developed SEVERE cystic Acne. I had some acne when I was young but this is scaring and distoring my face and neck? This is not listedas a side effect but I didn't have this before and it is the only medication I take. I sa on some blogs that others has similar issues is that true. ## The side effect information that you receive from the pharmacy or find on the monographs on our site are just abbreviated versions, only required to list the first so many prominent side effects, there are usually many more that you will only find if you specifically look for the 'full prescribing information' or 'physicians prescribing information. Here's the link to one: ## Toda...

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My husband was put on keppra about two months ago. He slept day and night for about a week and a half. He's awake alot more now but when he's up he's in a bad mood or just indifferent. He's been on seroquel for years to treat bipolar disorder. He was in a bad mood alot before the seroquel and then he was great. Now that he's on keppra he's in a bad mood alot, like its reversing the seroquel positive effects. The Dr said he'd wean him off so I'm hoping for the best. He didn't mention prescribing anything else for seizures so I am worried he will start having them again. Any comments or advice? ## Hello, Sunshine! How are you? Keppra is actually well known to cause such personality changes, I'm surprised the doctor didn't warn him about it. My h...

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side effects ## Keppra Info Click Here ## My sister is 65 and has had severe migraines for years 40 plus. She has been getting shots of Stadol and Demoral. Neither is working now. She saw a neurologist last week and he put her on 500 mg of Levetiraceta. It is making her really sick to her stomach. She call the Dr. Office and told them but the nurse only replied that she should eat a saltine but keep taking them. She is supposed to go on a higher dosage Sept 6. Can you tell me the side effects other than what they have on the website? Also, that Neurosurgeon is supposed to give her an Optical Block shot. Can you tell me about that also and what the dangers aare.

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I have just been put on keppra 1000mg twice daily. I took my first dose yesterday and felt very confused, unsteady on my feet. Is that normal? Should I take a lower dose when starting off, perhaps 500mg and work my way up to the higher dose or Gould I just wait it out and hope that the symptoms reduce? ## Hello, Jen! How are you doing? Keppra contains the active ingredient Levetircetam, which is an anticonvulsant. Yes, those types of side effects are common from taking it and they should start to taper off in a few weeks, once your body starts to get used to the medication. If they don't, or if they get too severe, then please consult your doctor. Learn more Keppra details here. You may also experience nausea, mood swings and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been taking Keppra for a few years. Within the first year I had a sleepwalking experience where I literally woke up not where I went to bed on my feet. I have been told I have been sleepwalking a few times now and I'm going to see my neurologist tomorrow. Has anybody else had issues like this? I have been prescribed different medications over the years for what I would call a mild seizure disorder (few and far between) I have never had a reaction like this. ## Hello, Bob! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem you've had. These anticonvulsant medications can really cause some odd side effects, since they work on brain chemicals. You may also experience mood swings, weight gain, dizziness and headache. What did you find out from your neurologist? You may need to try ...

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What is the effective dosage for Keppra? ## Anxiety & depression with Keppra ## Keppra comes in 250 & 500 mg tablets, as well as 500 mg by injection. Levetiracetam, sold under the brand name Keppra among others, is a medication used to treat epilepsy. It is used for partial-onset, myoclonic, or tonic–clonic seizures and is taken either by mouth (with or without food, same time everyday) as an immediate or extended release formulation or by injection into a vein. ## Depression and anxiety are listed as serious side effects, and you should let your doctor know right away. He or she can then change your dosage or medication to best help you. Ref: Medline Plus

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Rose colored tablet with SLC 222 on one side & blank on the other, claimed to be Levetiracetam 500 mg generic for Keppra. The bottle at the pharmacy had a big black X written on the label and a picture of a yellow tablet (which is what I've been taking). Is this really Levetiracetam? Mfg: Solco Heal? ## Yes, Solco Healthcare list this tablet as containing 500mgs of Levetiracetam. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, mood swings, personality change and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have been taking Keppra (Levetiracetam) with an imprint of "slc 222" for a year now. Mood swings were hell in the beginning, but are fine now. I recommend not taking this when dealing with depression because it has made mine...

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My wife is on Keppra (brand name) and wishes to switch to generic brand. Do you have an experience with the various Keppra brands or with switching from the brand name to the generic? Tks. djs ## Yes, my daughter was switched to the generic brand by my pharmacy because my insurancen no longer covered the brand name when the generic brand came out. My daughter was in and out of the hospital for the next two months (for two weeks the first months and 3 of 4 weeks the second month) immediately following the switch. The doctors immedicately switched her back to the brand keppra. I do not recommend switching without doctor supervision. ## My husband was switched to the generic because we could not afford the brand name co-pay. He was on Dilantin and having horrible side effects. He is 55 and...

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I'm on 500 mg of keppra a day. I have never had an actual seizure but was prescribed it as I used to get really hot and nauseous, and feel faint. I have been on this for 3yrs. Can I stop taking it? ## Hello, Andrea! How are you? Actually, those could have been seizures. When you experience such symptoms, it could be due to focal point seizures, as explained by the NIH. Thus. I'd not recommend stopping the medication, without your doctor's approval. The relevant question is, have you experienced these symptoms, since you've been taking the Keppra? If not, then you have your answer that they were focal point seizures. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, mood swings and weight gain.

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I think I accidentally took a double dose of keppra - I'm on 750 mg twice daily, what should i expect? ## Hello, Ann! How are you? Did you experience any adverse effects? It can taken in doses up to 3,000mgs a day, so an overdose is doubtful, though that can vary depending on the person and how their body reacts to it, but you will most likely experience more side effects than usual and you may feel very dizzy, nauseous and drowsy, as listed by the FDA. It would also be wise to contact your doctor and inform them of what happened to be safe. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Ann, I take 1500 mg Levetiracetam ER once in the morning and 150 mg of lamotrigine 3x's a day in divided doses. As a reminder, I have set alarms on my cell phone when to take each med. I also take k...

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