Levetiracetam is a drug that is also known as an anticonvulsant and an antiepileptic. Its exact mechanism of action is unknown but it has been shown to affect calcium levels in the nerve cells by partial inhibition of N-type calcium currents and by decreasing the release of calcium from the nerve cells. It also facilitates GABAergic inhibitory transmission and binds to synaptic proteins that control the release of neurotransmitters.
Levetiracetam is used in the treatment of seizures.
Levetiracetam may have the following side effects:
Take extra caution in patients with the following medines:
Interactions
Levetiracetam l may interact with the following medicines:
Levetiracetam may interact with Methotrexate.
Symptoms of overdose include the following:
Seek medical help immediately.
Available Brands:
Epsytam, Ivetra, Julitam, Kepdin, Keppra, Lentira, Letram, Levipil, Levit, Dretacen, Vexlev
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