LEVETIRACETAM 500 mg – 60 Tablets

Active ingredient: Levetiracetam 500 mg per tablet
Pack size: 60 tablets
Drug class: Antiepileptic (anticonvulsant) medication used to treat seizures associated with epilepsy.

Description

Levetiracetam helps control seizures by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It is used alone or in combination with other antiepileptic medicines for:

• Partial-onset seizures
• Myoclonic seizures
• Primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures (grand mal seizures)

Typical Appearance

Most 500 mg tablets are yellow, film-coated, oblong tablets, although appearance may vary depending on the manufacturer.

Typical Adult Dosage

A common starting regimen for adults is 500 mg twice daily (1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening), with dose adjustments made by a physician according to seizure control and tolerability. Daily doses may range from 1,000 mg to 3,000 mg.

Common Side Effects

• Sleepiness (somnolence)
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Irritability or mood changes

Important Warnings

• Do not stop treatment abruptly, as seizures may worsen.
• Dose adjustments may be required in patients with kidney disease.
• Contact a healthcare professional if significant mood changes, depression, or suicidal thoughts occur.

Storage

Store at room temperature in the original packaging and keep out of reach of children.

Product Summary

Levetiracetam 500 mg (60 tablets) is a commonly prescribed antiepileptic medicine used for long-term seizure control. A 60-tablet pack typically provides a 30-day supply when taken as 1 tablet twice daily.