Clayton, DE
A 34-year-old female asked:
I have a seizure disorder i'm on keppra (levetiracetam) should i have my levels checked regularly?
4 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Oscar Novickanswered
Pediatrics 60 years experience
Yes: It is a smart idea to get your levels checked periodically.
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Dr. Tony Hoanswered
Internal Medicine 16 years experience
Poor data: There isn't established strong data on what therapeutic levels of Keppra (levetiracetam) should be (compared to, say, dilantin), so levels of Keppra (levetiracetam) are somewhat difficult to interpret.
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Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 54 years experience
Not so easy: Levetiracetam levels not readily available, and not clear what constitutes therapy range. Also, these "levels" are merely a guideline, and not an absolute indicator at all. Simply, your doctor will adjust your dosage based on efficacy and tolerance to side effects.
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Dr. Joseph Oommenanswered
Neurology 23 years experience
Use of Levels: Ultimately, the level of a medication does not matter. The right level is the level which does not cause side effects and which effectively controls seizures. I periodically check levels in patients. Knowing what level establishes seizure control in your particular case is useful in case seizure control deteriorates in the future.
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Last updated Oct 4, 2015
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