Britizilam 25mg Tablet is an anti-epileptic medicine used to treat seizures (fits) in epilepsy. It can be used alone or along with other medicines. It helps to prevent seizures for as long as you continue to take it.

Britizilam 25mg Tablet suppresses the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. You can take it regularly with or without food but try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your seizures. It may be increased gradually.

It is generally advised as a long-term treatment. You should continue taking it for as long as your doctor has told you to, even if you feel well. If you stop or miss doses your seizures could get worse. Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to. This is because stopping the medicine suddenly could make your seizures worse.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, nausea, and vomiting. You may also experience behavioral changes, aggressive behavior, irritation, agitation, etc. Side effects are more common during the first few weeks and usually lessen as your body gets used to the medicine. Most of these side effects do not need medical attention, but some of them can be serious. A small number of people being treated with this medicine have had thoughts of harming or killing themselves. Contact your doctor if your mood changes for the worse.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney-related problems, depression, or suicidal thoughts, and if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Britizilam Tablet

Benefits of Britizilam Tablet

In Epilepsy/Seizures

Britizilam 25mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants (or anti-epileptics). It works by slowing down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits). This medicine can be used to control the various types of seizures—myoclonic, partial-onset, and primary generalized tonic-clonic (or grand mal). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety.

The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. You should continue taking it even if you feel well and are not having any seizures. Missing doses may trigger a seizure. Do not stop using this medicine until your doctor advises you.

Side effects of Britizilam Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Britizilam

Behavioral changes
Agitation
Aggressive behavior
Dizziness
Sedation
Drowsiness
Neuropsychiatric symptoms

How to use Britizilam Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Britizilam 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Britizilam Tablet works

Britizilam 25mg Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It works by attaching itself 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Britizilam 25mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Britizilam 25mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Britizilam 25mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Britizilam 25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Britizilam 25mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Britizilam 25mg Tablet is recommended.
It is not recommended in end-stage renal disease due to a lack of clinical trial data.

Liver

CAUTION

Britizilam 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Britizilam 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Britizilam 25mg Tablet should be taken regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
- Take a healthy diet along with regular exercise.
- Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/ laptop.
- Take your medication on time.
It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, kidney disease or drug abuse.
Do not stop using Britizilam 25mg Tablet without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.
Your doctor has prescribed Britizilam 25mg Tablet to reduce the frequency of seizures.
Britizilam 25mg Tablet should be taken at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.
Do not stop using Britizilam 25mg Tablet without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.
It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Britizilam 25mg Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease. The dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Britizilam 25mg Tablet should be taken regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
- Take a healthy diet along with regular exercise.
- Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/ laptop.
- Take your medication on time.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Levetiracetam Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Synaptic Vesicle 2A (SV2A) Protein Ligands- Antiepileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Britizilam with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Orlistat (Oral Route) Moderate

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Fosphenytoin (Injection Route) Moderate

Fosphenytoin may reduce blood levels of Brivaracetam. Watch out for symptoms such as blurred vision, drowsiness, impaired coordination, or impairment of visual coordination, and c... More

Phenytoin (Oral Route) Moderate

Phenytoin may reduce blood levels of Brivaracetam. Watch out for symptoms such as blurred vision, drowsiness, impaired coordination, or impairment of visual coordination, and cons... More

Phenytoin (Injection Route) Moderate

Phenytoin may reduce blood levels of Brivaracetam. Watch out for symptoms such as blurred vision, drowsiness, impaired coordination, or impairment of visual coordination, and cons... More

Rifampicin (Oral Route) Moderate

Rifampicin may reduce blood levels of Brivaracetam. Your doctor may monitor the effects of Brivaracetam and adjust the doses as per the observations.

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Patient concerns

She has problem of epilepsy from last two years

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, epilepsy and seizures cannot be treated online without physically examining the child and detailed history.

3-4 attack of strokes in 3 yrs nothing found in CT scan & EEG.these tests are done again after 3 months. But nothing found. Doctors prescribed me Oxetol 450 mg.doctor say course of medicine is 2-3 yrs.I drink and smoke addicted to drug I don't understand if the test show nothing then why strokes happens to me?

Dr. Vikas Sharma

Neurology

is it stroke or epilepsy; as u are on medicine for epilepsy

Hi I am suffering from epilepsy from the past 1.5 years but before that I have no issues with my health the symptoms are I will get vomiting sensation from evening & heavy body pains & fits will comes only in early morning from 4 & 5 am i will get un concious for about 20 or 30 minutes & I will bite my tongue & after that I will have heavy nerve pains for a day or two from 5 days I am taking encorte 500 tablets between day & night before that I used to take homeopathy treatment

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Epilepsy is a central nervous system disorder (neurological disorder) in which nerve cell activity in the brain becomes disrupted, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations and sometimes loss of consciousness. Medicines for epilepsy are initially recommended for at least 3 years of seizure free interval but may continue longer depending on recurrence. Epileptic patient needs to carry a warning card or a medical emergency bracelet with identification details, his/ her epilepsy status and what people can do if fit occurs in public place.

FAQs

Can I crush and take Britizilam 25mg Tablet?

No, do not crush Britizilam 25mg Tablet. It is recommended that you swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. You can take Britizilam 25mg Tablet with or without food, preferably at the same time.

What if I miss a dose of Britizilam 25mg Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Britizilam 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Can I stop taking Britizilam 25mg Tablet if I start feeling better?

No, Britizilam 25mg Tablet should not be stopped even if you start feeling better. Suddenly stopping the medicine may cause continuous seizures which can be difficult to control. You should consult your doctor who will advise you to discontinue Britizilam 25mg Tablet gradually.

What should I avoid while taking Britizilam 25mg Tablet?

Britizilam 25mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, tiredness, dizziness, and problems with your balance and coordination. Therefore, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medicine affects you. Also, you should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine as you may experience unwanted effects on memory and attention.

What if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Britizilam 25mg Tablet?

If you take more than the recommended dose of Britizilam 25mg Tablet, you may experience a spinning sensation, balance disorder, fatigue, nausea, double vision, anxiety and slow heartbeat. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any such symptoms.

How can I watch for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions?

You should pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes in mood, behaviors, thoughts, or feelings. Be aware of common warning signs that might be a signal for the risk of suicide. Some of these include talking or thinking about hurting yourself or ending your life, withdrawing from friends and family, becoming depressed or worsening of your depression, or becoming preoccupied with death and dying. Never miss an appointment with your doctor and stay connected with the doctor even between visits.

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