Brivaracetam ratiopharm
Brivaracetam ratiopharm is used to help reduce epileptic seizures in adults and children aged 2 years and older.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
100 mg
Active Ingredient
Brivaracetam
Manufacturer
Teva B.V.
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will tell you your daily dose, which is typically between 25-100 mg taken twice a day for adults.
Method
Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You can take them with or without food.
Important
The maximum daily dose for adults is 200 mg (100 mg taken twice a day), but this may be lower if you have liver problems.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Feeling sleepy or dizzy.
- •Flu-like symptoms.
- •Feeling very tired (exhaustion).
- •A spinning sensation (vertigo).
- •Nausea, vomiting, and constipation.
- •Depression, anxiety, trouble sleeping, and irritability.
- •Nose and throat infections (like a cold) and cough.
- •Decreased appetite.
- •Restlessness and hyperactivity (in children).
RARE
- •Allergic reactions.
- •Abnormal thoughts, psychosis, aggression, and nervous agitation.
- •Decrease in white blood cells (neutropenia), seen in blood tests.
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to brivaracetam, similar medicines, or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- If you notice severe skin reactions like a widespread rash, blisters, or peeling skin (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome), stop taking the medicine and seek immediate medical help.
- If you have thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, contact your doctor immediately.
- If you have liver problems, your doctor may need to adjust your dose.
- Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may increase the medicine's negative effects.
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- Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless your doctor advises otherwise.
- This medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Do not stop taking this medicine without first talking to your doctor, as it can make your seizures worse.
- The tablets contain lactose. If you are intolerant to certain sugars, talk to your doctor.