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Does levetiracetam has no influence on the working of oral contraceptive pill? my doctor said i have to take a heavier one...?

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Dr. William Walsh answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Keppra (levetiracetam): Keppra (levetiracetam) does have drug drug interactions, and your physician will know (or can easily check), which drugs to avoid. Heavier isn't a word i'd use for contraceptives, but a different one is likely neede it your doc noticed an interaction.

Answered 6/26/2014

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