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Levilex 100mg Injection
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Introduction
Levilex 100mg Injection 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.
Levilex 100mg Injection is given as an infusion (slow drip) into a vein under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is generally used for short-term control of seizures when treatment with oral medication is not feasible (eg. when the patient is unconscious). 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. Your doctor is likely to prescribe you oral medicines for long-term seizure control, after treatment with this injection has been completed.
Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, infection, irritation, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), sleepiness, aggressive behavior, and decreased appetite. You may also experience behavioral changes, aggressive behavior, irritation, agitation, etc. Side effects are more common during the first few days 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. Let your doctor know right away if you have developed an allergic reaction (hives, itching, weakness, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, or swelling of face, tongue, and throat), a skin rash, or persistent behavioral changes like confusion, forgetfulness, feeling irritable, increased aggression or hostility. There may be ways of preventing or reducing them. 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 kidney problems, depression or suicidal thoughts and if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may increase the risk of seizures and worsen the side effects such as drowsiness and dizziness. Drowsiness and dizziness may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Your kidney function may need to be tested periodically while taking this medicine.
Levilex 100mg Injection is given as an infusion (slow drip) into a vein under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is generally used for short-term control of seizures when treatment with oral medication is not feasible (eg. when the patient is unconscious). 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. Your doctor is likely to prescribe you oral medicines for long-term seizure control, after treatment with this injection has been completed.
Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, infection, irritation, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), sleepiness, aggressive behavior, and decreased appetite. You may also experience behavioral changes, aggressive behavior, irritation, agitation, etc. Side effects are more common during the first few days 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. Let your doctor know right away if you have developed an allergic reaction (hives, itching, weakness, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, or swelling of face, tongue, and throat), a skin rash, or persistent behavioral changes like confusion, forgetfulness, feeling irritable, increased aggression or hostility. There may be ways of preventing or reducing them. 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 kidney problems, depression or suicidal thoughts and if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may increase the risk of seizures and worsen the side effects such as drowsiness and dizziness. Drowsiness and dizziness may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Your kidney function may need to be tested periodically while taking this medicine.
Uses of Levilex Injection
Benefits of Levilex Injection
In Epilepsy/Seizures
Levilex 100mg Injection 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.
It is given as a slow infusion under the supervision of a doctor. It is generally used for immediate control of seizures when treatment with oral medication is not possible.
It is given as a slow infusion under the supervision of a doctor. It is generally used for immediate control of seizures when treatment with oral medication is not possible.
Side effects of Levilex Injection
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 Levilex
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Decreased appetite
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Behavioural changes
- Irritation
- Aggressive behavior
- Agitation
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
- Infection
How to use Levilex Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Levilex Injection works
Levilex 100mg Injection 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.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Levilex 100mg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Levilex 100mg Injection 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.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Levilex 100mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the baby for sleepiness and adequate weight gain.
Monitor the baby for sleepiness and adequate weight gain.
Driving
UNSAFE
Levilex 100mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Levilex 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levilex 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Levilex 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Levilex 100mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
However, a lower dose may be advised in patients with severe liver disease.
However, a lower dose may be advised in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick Tips
- It is given as IV infusion under the supervision of a doctor.
- 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 ever been diagnosed with kidney disease. The dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyrrolidinone & Acetamide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient Concerns
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FAQs
Q. Will the use of Levilex 100mg Injection affect my fertility?
Levilex 100mg Injection 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. Can the use of Levilex 100mg Injection cause sleepiness?
Yes, Levilex 100mg Injection 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. I have gained weight since I started taking Levilex 100mg Injection. Is it because of Levilex 100mg Injection? What should I do?
Weight gain is an uncommon side effect of Levilex 100mg Injection. 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 Levilex 100mg Injection take to show its effect?
Levilex 100mg Injection may take a few weeks to start working properly since the dose is increased slowly. It is possible that your seizures may continue until Levilex 100mg Injection starts working completely.
Q. For how long do I need to take Levilex 100mg Injection?
You should continue to take Levilex 100mg Injection 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. Can I drink alcohol with Levilex 100mg Injection?
Yes, you may drink alcohol while taking Levilex 100mg Injection. Alcohol itself does not affect the way Levilex 100mg Injection works. However, alcohol can increase the sleepiness or dizziness that occur as side effects of Levilex 100mg Injection in some individuals. Therefore, you should avoid alcohol while taking Levilex 100mg Injection until you know how it affects you.
Q. Will I get addicted to Levilex 100mg Injection if I use it for a long time?
No, Levilex 100mg Injection is not habit-forming. No physical or psychological dependence has been reported with Levilex 100mg Injection. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects.
Q. What symptoms can occur if someone takes an excess of Levilex 100mg Injection?
Taking an excess of Levilex 100mg Injection may cause sleepiness, agitation, aggression, 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.
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