Uses of Leveron 250

Epilepsy/Seizures

Side effects of Leveron 250

Sleepiness
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Decreased appetite
Behavioural changes
Aggressive behavior
Irritation
Agitation
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Infection

How to use Leveron 250

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. Leveron 250 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Leveron 250 works

Leveron 250 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.

Quick Tips

Leveron 250 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:
It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Do not stop using Leveron 250 without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Leveron 250.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Leveron 250 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Leveron 250 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.\nMonitor the baby for sleepiness and adequate weight gain.
UNSAFE – Driving: Leveron 250 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Leveron 250 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Leveron 250 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Leveron 250 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Leveron 250 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.\nHowever, a lower dose may be advised in patients with severe liver disease.