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Iracet 500 mg

Tablet

Generic: Levetiracetam

Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Therapeutic Class: Antiepileptic

Indications

Focal seizures with or without secondary generalisation, alone or as adjunctive therapy. Adjunctive therapy for myoclonic seizures and generalised tonic-clonic seizures.

Pharmacology

Levetiracetam binds to synaptic vesicle protein 2A (SV2A) in the brain and modulates the release of neurotransmitters, which reduces abnormal electrical activity.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: initially 250 mg 2 times daily, increased after 1 to 2 weeks to 500 mg 2 times daily; may be increased further in steps according to response to a maximum of 1500 mg 2 times daily. Child: the dose depends on body weight, as directed by the physician. The dose must be reduced in renal impairment.

Side Effects

Drowsiness, weakness, dizziness, headache, irritability, mood and behaviour changes, and nasopharyngitis.

Precautions & Warnings

To be used only on the prescription of a registered physician. May cause drowsiness; avoid driving and operating machinery until the response is known. Must not be stopped abruptly; the dose should be reduced gradually. Report depression, aggression or suicidal thoughts to the physician; use with caution in renal impairment.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to levetiracetam or other pyrrolidone derivatives.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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