Question 1

what are the side effects if i take my son of keppra he is 5yrs old they first said he was having seizures in his sleep now they are saying he don't i am so confused and concerned about what the long term side effects are if he is to stay on keppra

Accepted Answer

The : The most concerning consequence of stopping a seizure medication like levitiracetam (brand name keppra) would be seizures.  Some seizures can be life threatening.

Your son's neurologist would probably welcome the opportunity to help you be less confused and concerned.

Question 2

how long will the side effects of keppra (levetiracetam) last?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the dose and the patient.  Evereone reacts differently.

Question 3

i have absent and partial complex seizures, will an mr show anything, will taking keppra (levetiracetam) help with them? is there huge side effects of keppra (levetiracetam)?

Accepted Answer

Few pointers: Keppra (levetiracetam) is useful for partial complex seizures and could be a good adjunctive medication, but does have side effects including drowsiness, dizziness, emotional problems.  Most people tolerate fairly well.  An MRI might show presence of an underlying causative lesion, and might be beneficial to check presence or absence of medial temporal sclerosis.

Question 4

does keppra (levetiracetam) have side effects. ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Levetiracetam is generally well tolerated, but may cause drowsiness, weakness, unsteady gait, coordination problems, headache, pain, forgetfulness, anxiety, irritability or agitation, dizziness, mood changes, nervousness, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and changes in skin pigmentation.
Serious side effects may include depression, hallucinations, suicidal thoughts, seizures.

Question 5

can levetiracetam (keppra) drugs hurt you with its side effects?

Accepted Answer

Moodiness: Keppra (levetiracetam) is a remarkably safe medication.  It is handled by the body in a manner that does not damage liver or blood or kidney.  However, it can affect mood and emotions and produce unusual behaviors.

Question 6

can levetiracetam (keppra) drugs hit you with new side effects when you go back on it?

Accepted Answer

Go slow: If you were on a high dose of keppra, (levetiracetam) then have to stop and re-start, then go low and slow when reloading as rapid titration can cause side effects such as sedation or dizziness or blurry vision.

Question 7

keppra/lamictol side effects?

Accepted Answer

Keppra/Lamictal?: There are no specific drug-drug interactions between Lamictal and keppra (levetiracetam). Lamictal is titrated slowly to diminish risk of rash, which can be severe if not addressed. It is generally a very well tolerated medication otherwise. Sleepiness, dizziness, weakness, mild mood changes are the most common side effects with Keppra (levetiracetam) and are usually mild and transient.

Question 8

will cutting my dose of keppra in half cause problems? i am taking 750mg of keppra 2x a day. but, it has some really bad side effects and i would like to cut the dose in half by taking only 1 pill a day. i take it for zeizures.

Accepted Answer

I : I don't think it a good idea to reduce your dose without having a discussion with your prescribing physician. You would be in danger of setting off a seizure. You and your doctor can come up with some antiepileptic drug that works well and is better tolerated. Keppra (levetiracetam) is a drug that is often used to manage seizures and is usually well tolerated. Please see your doctor before you change your medications.

Question 9

side effects from taking keppra (levetiracetam) for seizures?

Accepted Answer

Moodiness: Keppra (levetiracetam) is a remarkably safe medication.  It is handled by the body in a manner that does not damage liver or blood or kidney.  However, it can affect mood and emotions and produce unusual behaviors.

Question 10

need instructions on how to correctly wean off keppra (levetiracetam). have only been on it since 7/4/2014. 500mg in am, and 500mg in pm. having horrible side effects?

Accepted Answer

Reduction: I would reduce by 250mg every 3rd day till you get to zero

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Long term side effects of keppra

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What are the side effects if i take my son of keppra he is 5yrs old they first said he was having seizures in his sleep now they are saying he don't i am so confused and concerned about what the long term side effects are if he is to stay on keppra

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How long will the side effects of keppra (levetiracetam) last?

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I have absent and partial complex seizures, will an mr show anything, will taking keppra (levetiracetam) help with them? is there huge side effects of keppra (levetiracetam)?

A member asked:

Does keppra (levetiracetam) have side effects. ?

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Can levetiracetam (keppra) drugs hurt you with its side effects?

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Can levetiracetam (keppra) drugs hit you with new side effects when you go back on it?

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Keppra/lamictol side effects?

A member asked:

Will cutting my dose of keppra in half cause problems? i am taking 750mg of keppra 2x a day. but, it has some really bad side effects and i would like to cut the dose in half by taking only 1 pill a day. i take it for zeizures.

A member asked:

Side effects from taking keppra (levetiracetam) for seizures?

A member asked:

Need instructions on how to correctly wean off keppra (levetiracetam). have only been on it since 7/4/2014. 500mg in am, and 500mg in pm. having horrible side effects?

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