Lircetam
Lircetam Products are primarily used for
Epilepsy/Seizures
About Lircetam Products
Lircetam Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Lircetam are Sleepiness, Headache, Infection, Fatigue, Weakness, Vomiting.
How Lircetam Products work
Levetiracetam is an antiepileptic medication. It works by attaching to specific sites (SV2A) on the surfaces of nerve cells. This suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.
Patient Concerns about Lircetam Products
Frequently asked questions about Lircetam Products
Frequently asked questions about Levetiracetam
Q. Can the use of Lircetam 500 Tablet cause sleepiness?
Yes, Lircetam 500 Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Therefore, during the initial phase of treatment, avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how this medicine affects you.
Q. Will the use of Lircetam 500 Tablet affect my fertility?
Lircetam 500 Tablet is not known to affect fertility in males or females. However, talk to your doctor if you are facing fertility issues during the treatment with this medicine.
Q. I have gained weight since I started taking Lircetam 500 Tablet. Is it because of Lircetam 500 Tablet? What should I do?
Weight gain is an uncommon side effect of Lircetam 500 Tablet. However, the response may vary from person to person. To prevent weight gain you should take a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking, cut down on high-calorie food items, include more vegetables and fruits in your diet, and exercise regularly. If you still have issues with your weight, consult your doctor.
Q. How long does Lircetam 500 Tablet take to show its effect?
Lircetam 500 Tablet may take a few weeks to start working properly since the dose is increased slowly. Your seizures may continue until Lircetam 500 Tablet starts working completely.
Q. For how long do I need to take Lircetam 500 Tablet?
You should continue to take Lircetam 500 Tablet for as long as your doctor advises you to. Do not stop taking it suddenly because this may increase the frequency of seizures which may be difficult to control.
Q. Will I get addicted to Lircetam 500 Tablet if I use it for a long time?
No, Lircetam 500 Tablet is not habit-forming. No physical or psychological dependence has been reported with Lircetam 500 Tablet. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects.
Q. What symptoms can occur if someone takes an excess of Lircetam 500 Tablet?
Taking an excess of Lircetam 500 Tablet may cause sleepiness, agitation, aggression, a decrease of alertness, inhibition of breathing, and even a state of coma. In case of an overdose, immediate medical care should be provided to the patient in a nearby hospital.
Q. How do I come off Lircetam 500 Tablet?
The dose of Lircetam 500 Tablet should be slowly reduced. You may have to take this medicine for a few months before you can stop it completely. Do not reduce the dose without asking your doctor. Inform your doctor if you get a serious side effect, such as a severe skin reaction. Your doctor may tell you to stop taking Lircetam 500 Tablet straight away, even if you have epilepsy.
Products for Lircetam
Lircetam 500 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹145.3
Lircetam 750mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹204
Not Available
Lircetam 250mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹64
Not Available
Lircetam Oral Solution
bottle of 100 mg Oral Solution
MRP
₹290
Not Available