Question 1

can you eat grapefruit while taking keppra (levetiracetam) xr?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are no listed adverse interactions between  Keppra (levetiracetam) or Keppra (levetiracetam) XR and grapefruit. The only food interaction is sage, and that is listed as a minor interaction.

Question 2

i have been taking keppra (levetiracetam) generic for about 6 weeks-1000mg. my thoughts seem clearer-is that possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Frequently a generic version is not as potent.  Some side effects will improve for that reason.

Question 3

should i drive if i'm taking keppra (levetiracetam)?

Accepted Answer

Seizures: If you are on Keppra (levetiracetam) for seizures or having a condition in which you could have seizures you should not drive unless your neurologist clears you to do so. Depending on where you live , you need to be seizure free for 6 months. You should discuss this with your neurologist

Question 4

i feel my head is cold is that what you call light head?im taking keppra (levetiracetam)?is it okay?

Accepted Answer

No: Lightheaded is usually a sensation of faintness, or often dizziness . Occasionally the sensation of passing out can be called lightheaded.  Keppra (levetiracetam) is an anti epileptic drug used to prevent seizures occasionally used to treat neuropathic pain. If you are on Keppra (levetiracetam) talk to your dr. About the sensations you are having to see if they want to change the drug or dose.

Question 5

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 6

hi had an hiv risk and tested negative after 12 weeks though ive been taking keppra (levetiracetam) for 2 years. will it interfere in the test resulting in false nega?

Accepted Answer

No: Screening tests, are good negative tests, wouldn't be affected by keppra, (levetiracetam) they usually test for the antibodies  for hiv 1 and hiv 2, and what's called the p24 antigen, part of the virus itself, false positives on the other hand would warrant confirmatory tests, wish you wellness, take care

Question 7

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 8

my son is taking keppra (levetiracetam) and cloznepam for seizures due to eplipsey? what can he take for a cold? he is two years old

Accepted Answer

Honey: Simple honey will offer him the best control for his cough and cold. You can use Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen  for fever if needed.

Question 9

i started taking keppra (levetiracetam) for seizures about a week ago and my boobs started hurting 3 days after can this med cause this pain?

Accepted Answer

Only 12 cases of: breast pain or tenderness reported out of 19 thousand people reporting side effects since 2008.  All were people who were taking Keppra (levetiracetam) for at least 5 years. All were 50 y/o or older (8 women 4 men)  I suggest you consider other causes (birth control / hormones / pregnancy)

Question 10

can i take ativan while still taking keppra (levetiracetam) and topamax for my seizures?

Accepted Answer

Ativan (lorazepam): As prescribed, yes.

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Can you eat grapefruit while taking keppra (levetiracetam) xr?

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I have been taking keppra (levetiracetam) generic for about 6 weeks-1000mg. my thoughts seem clearer-is that possible?

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Should i drive if i'm taking keppra (levetiracetam)?

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I feel my head is cold is that what you call light head?im taking keppra (levetiracetam)?is it okay?

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Side effects from taking keppra (levetiracetam) for seizures?

A member asked:

Hi had an hiv risk and tested negative after 12 weeks though ive been taking keppra (levetiracetam) for 2 years. will it interfere in the test resulting in false nega?

A member asked:

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:

My son is taking keppra (levetiracetam) and cloznepam for seizures due to eplipsey? what can he take for a cold? he is two years old

A member asked:

I started taking keppra (levetiracetam) for seizures about a week ago and my boobs started hurting 3 days after can this med cause this pain?

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Can i take ativan while still taking keppra (levetiracetam) and topamax for my seizures?

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