Levera 500 Tablet

Description

BENEFITS OF LEVERA TABLET

In Epilepsy/Seizures

Levera 500 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants (or anti-epileptics). It works by slowing down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits). This medicine can be used to control various types of seizures—myoclonic, partial-onset, and primary generalized tonic-clonic (or grand mal). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. You should continue taking it even if you feel well and are not having any seizures. Missing doses may trigger a seizure. Do not stop using this medicine until your doctor advises you.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LEVERA TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Levera

• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Decreased appetite
• Behavioural changes
• Aggressive behavior
• Irritation
• Agitation
• Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
• Infection

HOW TO USE LEVERA TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levera 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW LEVERA TABLET WORKS

Levera 500 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It works by attaching to specific sites (SV2A) on the surfaces of nerve cells. This suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.

SAFETY ADVICE

 Alcohol

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Levera 500 Tablet.

Pregnancy

Levera 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Levera 500 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the baby for sleepiness and adequate weight gain.

Driving

Levera 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Levera 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levera 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Levera 500 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Levera 500 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
However, a lower dose may be advised in patients with severe liver disease.