Levetira Tablet 500 mg contains Levetiracetam, an antiepileptic medicine used for the management of epilepsy and seizure disorders. It helps reduce the frequency and severity of seizures in both adults and adolescents, either as monotherapy or as an adjunct treatment with other antiepileptic drugs.

This tablet formulation provides convenient oral dosing and is widely used for long-term seizure control.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Composition

• Active Ingredient: Levetiracetam
• Strength: 500 mg
• Dosage Form: Oral tablet

Mechanism of Action

Levetiracetam acts by binding to synaptic vesicle protein SV2A in the brain. This modulation helps:

• Stabilize abnormal neuronal activity
• Reduce excessive electrical discharges
• Prevent seizure initiation and spread

Its unique mechanism provides effective seizure control with a relatively low risk of drug interactions.

Indications

Levetira Tablet is indicated for:

• Partial-onset seizures (with or without secondary generalization)
• Primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures
• Myoclonic seizures in juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
• Adjunct therapy in epilepsy management

Dosage and Administration

• Dosage is individualized based on patient age, weight, and clinical condition
• Commonly administered twice daily
• Can be taken with or without food
• Swallow whole with water
• Do not discontinue abruptly without medical advice
• Dose adjustment may be needed in renal impairment

Benefits

• Effective control of multiple seizure types
• Suitable for long-term epilepsy management
• Minimal drug–drug interactions
• Easy oral administration
• Can be used as monotherapy or add-on therapy
• Helps improve quality of life in epilepsy patients

Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Drowsiness or fatigue
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Irritability or mood changes
• Loss of appetite

Less common but serious effects:

• Behavioral changes or agitation
• Depression or suicidal thoughts (rare)
• Severe allergic reactions

Patients should be monitored for mood and behavioral symptoms.

Precautions and Warnings

• Use only under medical supervision
• Do not stop treatment suddenly, as it may worsen seizures
• Caution in patients with kidney disease
• Monitor for psychiatric or behavioral changes
• Avoid alcohol or CNS depressants unless advised

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Use in Special Populations

• Pediatrics: Dose adjusted based on weight
• Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary
• Lactation: Consult physician before use
• Elderly: May require dose adjustment

Storage

• Store below 25°C
• Protect from moisture and light
• Keep tightly closed in original packaging
• Keep out of reach of children.