KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML

KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML is an anti-convulsant medicine used in the treatment of epilepsy. Epilepsy is a serious condition in which patients get more than two unprovoked seizures (fits/convulsions). KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML is used in the treatment of Partial Onset Seizures (a condition affecting a single area of the brain, mainly the temporal lobes), Myoclonic Seizures (sudden increase in the muscle tone due to shock-like jerks) in patients with Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, Primary Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizures.

KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML contains Levetiracetam as an active ingredient. It works by slowing down the abnormal signals that the brain gives, leading to episodes of seizures. It helps by suppressing specific brain sites responsible for abnormal activity and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.

KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML is a parenteral medicine and will be administered intravenously as a 15-minute infusion by a healthcare professional. Hence, do not self-administer. This medicine may cause certain side effects such as drowsiness, disturbed sleep, light-headedness, dizziness, sleepiness, general weakness, and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects of KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please reach out to your doctor.

KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML is not recommended for use if allergic to it. Hence inform your doctor if you have any conditions like severe liver/kidney disease, lung disease and Myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness). Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should inform the doctor before receiving KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines which require concentration as KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML may cause dizziness. Abrupt stopping can result in withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors, or general unwell feelings. KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age.

KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML contains Levetiracetam as an active ingredient. It works by slowing down the abnormal signals that the brain gives, leading to episodes of seizures. It helps by suppressing specific brain sites responsible for abnormal activity and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures. It reduces the episodes of seizures but does not cure epilepsy.

• Drowsiness
• Disturbed sleep
• Light-headedness
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• General weakness
• Injection site reactions

KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML is not recommended for use if allergic to it. This medicine should not be used if you have kidney disease, lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), difficulty in sleeping (sleep apnoea), severe liver disease, or a problem with alcohol or other prescription drugs. Hence, inform your doctor if you have any such conditions. Suicidal thoughts or actions can be caused in some patients receiving KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML, so pay attention to any sudden change in mood swings, behaviour, or feeling. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should inform the doctor before receiving KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines which require concentration as KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML may cause dizziness. Abrupt stopping can cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors, or general unwell feelings. KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may interact with anti-anxiety or antiepileptic medicines (carbamazepine, fluvoxamine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone), acidity medicine (cimetidine), drugs to treat chronic alcoholism (disulfiram), anti-tuberculosis drug (rifampicin), anti-Parkinson’s drug (levodopa), and asthma drugs (theophylline), uricosurics (probenecid).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid driving vehicles and operating machines, alcohol consumption, and smoking.

Drug-Disease Interaction: This medicine should not be used if you have kidney disease, lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), difficulty in sleeping (sleep apnoea), severe liver disease, or a problem with alcohol.

• RIFAMPICIN
• LEVODOPA
• THEOPHYLLINE
• PROBENECID
• PHENYTOIN
• CIMETIDINE
• CARBAMAZEPINE

• It is advised to do regular exercise, which helps lower your anxiety and improve your sleep and self-image.
• Try increasing your mindfulness by including yoga, meditation, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
• Drink enough water to stay hydrated, and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine to relieve anxiety.
• Include whole grains, vegetables, and fruits in your daily diet as a healthier option.
• Reduce alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, high salt, and high fat intake.
• Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a strong social network may help you lower your risk of anxiety.

Epilepsy: Epilepsy is a brain-related chronic disorder characterized by episodes of seizures (fits). In this condition, there is a chemical change in the brain cells (neurons) that leads to a sudden rise of electrical activity (impulse) in the brain, followed by sudden jerky movements of limbs or any body part. This disease cannot be cured but managed. KEPPRA 500MG INJECTION 5ML is used in treating Partial Onset Seizures (a condition affecting a single area of the brain, mainly the temporal lobes), Myoclonic Seizures (sudden increase in the muscle tone due to shock like jerks) in patients with Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy, Primary Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizures.