Levilex 100mg Injection 5ml Allschoolabs -

Description

INTRODUCTION
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION contains Levetiracetam which belongs to the group of medicines called Anticonvulsants. It is used to treat epilepsy (when oral administration is temporarily not feasible). Epilepsy is a disorder in the central nervous system in which the brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures (fits) or unusual sensations, behaviours and sometimes loss of consciousness.
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION is also used in combination with other antiepileptic medicines to treat partial onset seizures with or without generalisation (abnormal activity involving one side of the brain), myoclonic seizures (short, shock-like jerks of a muscle or involving group of muscles), juvenile myoclonic epilepsy (myoclonic seizures in adolescents from 12 years of age), primary generalised tonic-clonic seizures (major fits which includes loss of consciousness), and idiopathic generalised epilepsy (type of epilepsy which is thought to have a genetic cause).
Along with the treatment with LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION, your doctor may suggest you make some lifestyle changes such as healthy eating and sleeping habits, managing stress, and exercising or meditating regularly. Prior to starting the treatment with LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION, your doctor might ask you to take some diagnostic tests.
Before receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart diseases. LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women and not recommended for use in breast-feeding women.
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 16 years of age, however it can be used in combination with other medicines. Consult with your doctor before receiving the medicine.
Some of the serious side effects of LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION includes thoughts of self-harming, contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms of depression or suicidal thoughts.
The most common side effects of receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION are inflammation of nose and throat, sleepiness, dizziness, lethargy, anorexia, depression, anxiety, vertigo, cough, nausea. Contact your doctor if you experience these above side effects or worsen.
USES OF LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION

Treats epilepsy (seizures)

HOW LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION WORKS
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION acts on the brain and modify the release of certain nerve chemicals. Brain cells communicate with each other using electrical signals and chemicals. When there is any disturbance in this communication, seizure (fits) happens. Levetiracetam combines with a protein (SV2A) present in central nervous system and inhibits the release of abnormal nerve chemicals (neurotransmitters). This does not affect the normal brain communication.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION will be given to you into a vein only by a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will administer the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, disease condition and body weight.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION

COMMON

Inflammation of nose and throat (nasopharyngitis)

Somnolence (excessive sleepiness)

Headache

Loss of appetite

Depression, aggression, anxiety

Insomnia, nervousness, irritability

Convulsion, balance disorder

Dizziness

Lethargy, tiredness

Tremor (involuntary trembling)

Vertigo (sensation of rotation or spinning)

Cough

Abdominal pain

Diarrhoea, indigestion

Vomiting, nausea

Rash

UNCOMMON

Decreased number of blood platelets (easy bruising, more bleeding, bleeding from gums or nose)

Decreased number of white blood cells (chills, fever, body ache, headache)

Weight decrease or increase

Panic attack, emotional instability, mood swings

Loss of memory, forgetfulness, abnormal or impaired coordination

Paraesthesia (tingling)

Disturbance in attention (loss of concentration)

Double vision, vision blurred

Hair loss, eczema

Muscle weakness or pain

RARE

Infection

Decreased blood sodium concentration

Delirium

Seizures may become worse or happen frequently

Uncontrollable muscle spasms affecting the head, body and limbs

Difficulty in controlling movements, hyperactivity

Change of the heart rhythm (Electrocardiogram)

Pancreatitis

Liver failure, hepatitis (abdominal pain, dark urine, itching, light coloured stools, jaundice, swelling of the abdomen)

Rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of muscle tissue)

Limp or difficulty in walking

Fever, unstable blood pressure and heart rate, muscle stiffness, low level of consciousness, confusion (signs of a disorder called neuroleptic malignant syndrome)
Stop receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Signs of anaphylactic reaction (weakness, light-headedness, dizziness or have difficulty breathing)

Signs of Quincke?s oedema (swelling of the face, lips, tongue and throat)

Signs of Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (flu-like symptoms, rash on the face followed by an extended rash with a high temperature, enlarged lymph nodes)

Signs of sudden decrease of kidney function (low urine volume, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, confusion and swelling in the legs, ankles or feet)

Signs of erythema multiforme (skin rash which may form blisters and look like small targets like central dark spots surrounded by a paler area, with a dark ring around the edge)

Signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (widespread rash particularly around the mouth, nose, eyes and genitals, with blisters and peeling skin)

Signs of toxic epidermal necrolysis (severe form of rash causing skin peeling in more than 30% of the body surface)

Signs of serious mental changes that can be symptoms of encephalopathy (confusion, sleepiness, loss of memory, forgetfulness, abnormal behaviour, involuntary or uncontrolled movements)

Abnormal thoughts, feeling irritable or reacting more aggressively

Aggravation (worsening) of epilepsy

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea or Vomiting:
Take LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Ask for your doctor?s advice if nausea doesn?t improve.
Diarrhoea:
Drink a lot of fluids, such as water, fruit juice, to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine by yourself without consulting your doctor. Ask for your doctor?s advice if diarrhea persists for a long time.
Stomach pain:
Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slow or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Ask for your doctor?s advice if stomach pain doesn?t improve.
Headache:
Try to take rest and do not involve yourself in exertive activities. You can apply a pain-relieving balm on your forehead. Your doctor might suggest you some painkillers. Ask for your doctor?s advice if headache doesn?t improve.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women only if considered clearly necessary by the doctor. Consult your doctor before receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION.
BREASTFEEDING
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel sleepy after receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION.
ALCOHOL
Avoid the consumption of alcohol while receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION.
KIDNEY
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
ALLERGY
Do not receive LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION if you are allergic to Levetiracetam or to any other ingredients of this medicine.
HEART DISEASE
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases such as family or medical history of irregular heart rhythm (visible on an electrocardiogram), or if you are prone to heartbeat irregularities. Consult your doctor before receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION.
OTHERS
Before receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION tell your doctor if you:
Have salt imbalances
Use in pediatrics:
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 16 years of age if used alone. However, LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION can be used in children and adolescents in combination with other medicines. Your doctor will administer the right dose depends on your child?s age, body weight and disease condition.
Use in geriatrics:
Your doctor will administer the correct dose and duration of the treatment depending upon your age, disease condition and body weight. Consult your doctor before receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug?Drug Interactions:
Inform your physician if you are taking any of the following drugs before receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION:
Laxative such as macrogol (used to treat constipation)
Overdosage:
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms such as sleepiness, aggression, agitation, inhibition of breathing or decrease of alertness.
SYNOPSIS

Drug :??
Levetiracetam
Pharmacological Category :??
Anticonvulsants
Therapeutic Indication :??
Epilepsy
Dosage Forms :??
Tablet, Injection, Infusion, Syrup, Suspension, Oral Suspension, Solution
MORE INFORMATION

Keep LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION out of reach of children

Store at a temperature below 25?C

FAQs ABOUT LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION
What is LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION and why is it prescribed?
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION contains Levetiracetam which belongs to the group of medicines called Anticonvulsants. It is used in the treatment of epilepsy (when oral administration is temporarily not feasible) and used in combination with other antiepileptic medicines to treat partial onset seizures with or without generalisation, myoclonic seizures, juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, primary generalised tonic-clonic seizures and idiopathic generalised epilepsy.
Can I stop receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION if I start to feel better?
Your doctor will administer the LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION depends on your age, body weight. Stopping suddenly may cause increase in seizures. If you wish to discontinue receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION, ask for your doctor?s advice to avoid the chances of increase in seizures.
Does the use of LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION affects fertility?
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION is not known to affect fertility in males or females. However, talk to your doctor if you are facing fertility issues during the treatment with this medicine.
Does LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION affect my ability to drive?
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION may cause sleepiness. Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel sleepy after receiving LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION. You can continue with the activities once you feel normal again.
Is LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION safe to use in pregnant and breast-feeding women?
LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women only if considered clearly necessary by the doctor as it may cause a birth defect to the unborn child. LEVILEX 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
REFERENCES
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