Anticonvulsants Flashcards
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What class of drug is Levertiracetam?
A
Anticonvulsant
2
Q
What is the MOA of Levertiracetam?
A
Synaptic vesicle protein 2A inhibition. Decrease in synchronised burst firing.
3
Q
What are the indications for Levertiracetam?
A
Adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial onset seizures in epileptic patients.
4
Q
What are the adverse effects of Levertiracetam?
A
Anxiety, drowsiness, dizziness (Common to all AEDs)
5
Q
What are the contra-indications with Levertiracetam?
A
QT interval prolonging risk factors
6
Q
What are the drug-drug interactions of Levertiracetam?
A
CNS depressants
7
Q
How can you remember Levertiracetam?
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