A male asked:
i take keppra (levetiracetam) for my seizures. i was ordered to take a drug test a breathalyzer test today. i failed can keppra (levetiracetam) cause it? i had no alcohol to drink
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Dr. Ilene Ruhoy answered
21 years experience Neurology
Generally no: Keppra, also known as levetiracetam, should not cause a positive alcohol breath test. You should look for other causes.
Answered on Oct 15, 2017
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