Lerace Xr Tablet 500mg

About Lerace Xr Tablet 500mg

Lerace Xr Tablet 500mg Uses

• Partial onset seizures in adults and children
• Add on therapy for epilepsy not controlled by a single medicine
• Myoclonic seizures in juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
• Primary generalized tonic clonic seizures

Drug Class

• Anticonvulsant (antiepileptic)
• Pyrrolidine derivative

What Experts Say

Levetiracetam works by calming abnormal electrical activity in the brain, which reduces how often seizures happen in people with epilepsy.

The extended release (Xr) form is taken once daily and releases the medicine slowly, keeping blood levels steady through the day and improving compliance.

This medicine should never be stopped suddenly, since abrupt withdrawal can trigger a seizure. Any new mood changes, irritability or thoughts of self harm should be reported to the doctor promptly.

Lerace Xr Tablet 500mg formula

• Levetiracetam 500mg (Extended Release)

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Lerace Xr Tablet 500mg?

• Take one tablet once daily, at the same time each day.
• Swallow whole with water, do not crush or chew the extended release tablet.
• Take with or without food, consistently either way.
• Do not stop the medicine suddenly without a doctor's advice.

Drug Interactions

Levetiracetam has a relatively low interaction profile compared to older anti-epileptic drugs.

• Other anti-epileptic drugs: Combining may increase sedation and dizziness.
• Alcohol: Increases drowsiness and central nervous system depression.
• Sedatives: Combined use raises the risk of excess sedation.

Risks and warnings

• Mood changes: Report new irritability, depression or aggressive behavior promptly.
• Sudden stoppage: Never stop abruptly, this can trigger seizures.
• Kidney disease: Dose adjustment is needed in kidney impairment.
• Pregnancy: Use only if the doctor decides the benefit outweighs the risk.
• Driving: May cause drowsiness or dizziness, avoid driving until effects are known.

Lerace Xr Tablet 500mg Side Effects

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Weakness or fatigue
• Irritability or mood changes
• Headache
• Loss of appetite

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, out of reach of children.