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LEvipil 500 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.

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Last updated on 01 Apr 2026 | 12:53 PM (IST)

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Levetiracetam (500mg)

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Product introduction

LEvipil 500 Tablet suppresses the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. You can take it with or without food but try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Your doctor will advise the right dose for you. 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.

Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, irritation, sleepiness, behavior changes, aggressive behavior, and decreased appetite. 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 kidney problems, depression, or suicidal thoughts and if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to monitor your kidney function while taking this medicine.

Uses of LEvipil Tablet

Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

Benefits of LEvipil Tablet

Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
LEvipil 500 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 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 LEvipil 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 LEvipil

Sleepiness
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Decreased appetite
Behavioral changes
Aggressive behavior
Irritation
Agitation
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Infection
Convulsion
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Nausea
Tremors
Vertigo
Lethargy

How to use LEvipil 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. LEvipil 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How LEvipil Tablet works

LEvipil 500 Tablet 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.

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Quick tips

LEvipil 500 Tablet should be taken regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
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.
Do not stop using LEvipil 500 Tablet without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with LEvipil 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of LEvipil 500 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LEvipil 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Monitor the baby for sleepiness and adequate weight gain.

Driving

UNSAFE

LEvipil 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

LEvipil 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LEvipil 500 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
However, a lower dose may be advised in patients with severe liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

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

Moderate

Carbamazepine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you experience blurred vision, uncontrolled eye movement, lack of muscle control, and drowsiness. Carbamazepine may reduce blood levels of Levetiracetam.

Moderate

Fosphenytoin (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you experience blurred vision, uncontrolled eye movement, lack of muscle control, and drowsiness. Fosphenytoin may reduce blood levels of Levetiracetam.

Moderate

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Moderate

Methotrexate (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Moderate

Phenytoin (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you experience blurred vision, uncontrolled eye movement, lack of muscle control, and drowsiness. Phenytoin may reduce blood levels of Levetiracetam.

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of LEvipil 500 Tablet cause sleepiness?

Yes, LEvipil 500 Tablet 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.

Will the use of LEvipil 500 Tablet affect my fertility?

LEvipil 500 Tablet 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.

I have gained weight since I started taking LEvipil 500 Tablet. Is it because of LEvipil 500 Tablet? What should I do?

Weight gain is an uncommon side effect of LEvipil 500 Tablet. 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.

How long does LEvipil 500 Tablet take to show its effect?

LEvipil 500 Tablet may take a few weeks to start working properly since the dose is increased slowly. Your seizures may continue until LEvipil 500 Tablet starts working completely.

For how long do I need to take LEvipil 500 Tablet?

You should continue to take LEvipil 500 Tablet 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.

Will I get addicted to LEvipil 500 Tablet if I use it for a long time?

No, LEvipil 500 Tablet is not habit-forming. No physical or psychological dependence has been reported with LEvipil 500 Tablet. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects.

What symptoms can occur if someone takes an excess of LEvipil 500 Tablet?

Taking an excess of LEvipil 500 Tablet may cause sleepiness, agitation, aggression, a 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.

How do I come off LEvipil 500 Tablet?

The dose of LEvipil 500 Tablet should be slowly reduced. You may have to take this medicine for a few months before you can stop it completely. Do not reduce the dose without asking your doctor. Inform your doctor if you get a serious side effect, such as a severe skin reaction. Your doctor may tell you to stop taking LEvipil 500 Tablet straight away, even if you have epilepsy.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Alpha amino acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

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

References

Stahl SM, editor. Levetiracetam. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 333-36.
McNamara JO. Pharmacotherapy of the Epilepsies. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 600.
Porters RJ, Meldrum BS. Antiseizure Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 411.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 789.
Levetiracetam [FDA Label]. Smyrna, Georgia: UCB, Inc.; 1999 [revised Apr. 2017]. [Accessed 16 Jul. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Khasra No. 1335-1340,Near EPIP- I, Vill - Bhatoli Kalan ,Baddi, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173205 || Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135 || Acme Plaza, Andheri-Kurla Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai, Maharashtra -400059

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Product introduction

Uses of LEvipil Tablet

Benefits of LEvipil Tablet

Side effects of LEvipil Tablet

How to use LEvipil Tablet

How LEvipil Tablet works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Carbamazepine (Oral Route)

Fosphenytoin (Injection Route)

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Methotrexate (Oral Route)

Phenytoin (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of LEvipil 500 Tablet cause sleepiness?

Will the use of LEvipil 500 Tablet affect my fertility?

I have gained weight since I started taking LEvipil 500 Tablet. Is it because of LEvipil 500 Tablet? What should I do?

How long does LEvipil 500 Tablet take to show its effect?

For how long do I need to take LEvipil 500 Tablet?

Will I get addicted to LEvipil 500 Tablet if I use it for a long time?

What symptoms can occur if someone takes an excess of LEvipil 500 Tablet?

How do I come off LEvipil 500 Tablet?

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