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Levetiracetam

Brand: Keppra

AnticonvulsantUsed for: SeizuresCNS & Psychiatric
Key warning

Caution: mood and behavior changes, including suicidal thoughts

Common side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Irritability
  • Mood changes
  • Weakness

Key interactions & cautions

  • Adds to alcohol and other sedatives
  • Additive drowsiness with CNS depressants

Counseling points

  • Take at the same time each day
  • Do not stop suddenly
  • Report mood or behavior changes
  • May cause drowsiness; use care driving
  • Swallow tablets whole
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