Keppra is a drug that contains levetiracetam, a substance that regulates the amount of a specific protein in synapses between brain neurons, making electrical activity more stable and preventing the development of seizures. This medicine is widely used in the treatment of people with epilepsy.
This remedy is produced by UCB Pharma laboratories and can be purchased as syrup at 100 mg/ml or in tablets at 250, 500 or 750 mg.
- Keppra can be purchased from conventional pharmacies upon presentation of a prescription and its price varies depending on the dosage and the form of presentation.
- In tablets.
- The average price is approximately R$40 per 30 tablets of 250 mg and R $250 per 30 tablets of 750 mg.
- In the case of syrup.
- The cost is approximately R $ 100 per 150 ml.
Keppra is indicated for the treatment of seizures, especially in cases of:
This medicine is often used in combination with other antiepileptic medications to improve results.
When used alone, Keppra should be taken at an initial dose of 250 mg twice daily, which can be increased to a dose of 500 mg twice daily for up to 2 weeks.This dose may continue to be increased by 250 mg every two.up to a maximum of 1500 mg per day.
If used with another medicine, Keppra should be started at a dose of 500 mg, twice daily; If necessary, the dose may be increased by 500 mg every two to four weeks, up to 1500 mg twice daily.
The most common side effects include weight loss, depression, anxiety, insomnia, nervousness, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, double vision, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, blurred vision, nausea and excessive fatigue.
Keppra is indicated for pregnant or lactating women, as well as for people allergic to any of the ingredients of the formula.