Levetiracetam (Cont.)

Levetiracetam: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking levetiracetam if you have:
 
  • Anemia or any other blood disorder
  • Kidney disease, including kidney failure (renal failure)
  • Any allergies, including allergies to food, dyes, or preservatives.
     
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
 
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
(Click Precautions and Warnings With Levetiracetam to learn more, including information on who should not take the drug.)
 

What If I Take an Overdose of Levetiracetam?

People who take too much levetiracetam may have overdose symptoms that could include:
 
  • Drowsiness
  • Agitation
  • Aggression
  • Unconsciousness
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Coma.
     
If you happen to overdose on levetiracetam, seek immediate medical attention.
 
(Click Keppra Overdose for more information.)
 

How Should Levetiracetam Be Stored?

Levetiracetam should be stored at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Store levetiracetam tablets in an airtight container.
 
Keep levetiracetam and all medications out of the reach of children.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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