Levetiracetam
Brand: Keppra
No boxed warning on the current FDA label.
- Caution
- Mood and behavior changes including irritability, aggression, and suicidal thoughts.
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Irritability
- Mood changes
- Weakness
Key interactions
- 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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