TEVA-LEVETIRACETAM
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Active Ingredient: LEVETIRACETAM
Product Overview
About TEVA-LEVETIRACETAM
TEVA-LEVETIRACETAM is a prescription medication containing the active ingredient Levetiracetam, used in the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders. It is a pyrrolidine derivative that acts on the central nervous system to prevent seizures.
Key Benefits & Uses
- Treatment of partial onset seizures in adults and children 4 years of age and older with epilepsy
- Treatment of myoclonic seizures in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
- Treatment of primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures in adults and children 6 years of age and older with epilepsy
Active Ingredient & Action
Levetiracetam, the active ingredient in TEVA-LEVETIRACETAM, is believed to exert its antiepileptic effect by binding to the synaptic vesicle protein SV2A, which is involved in neurotransmitter release. This action is thought to stabilize neuronal membranes and prevent the excessive neuronal activity that leads to seizures.
Important Notes
TEVA-LEVETIRACETAM should only be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional. It is essential to follow the prescribed dosage and administration instructions carefully. Common side effects may include dizziness, headache, and fatigue. Patients with a history of psychiatric disorders, such as depression or anxiety, should be closely monitored while taking TEVA-LEVETIRACETAM.
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