EPILEPSY: LEVETIRACETAM Flashcards
1
Q
Which epilepsies is levetiracetam used for?
A
- adjunctive in tonic-clonic
- Myoclonic
- Focal
2
Q
SEs
A
- Cold-like symptoms (e.g.
Nasopharyngitis, dizziness, drowsiness) - Anxiety and depression (low mood)
3
Q
CI
A
depression and anxiety
4
Q
Can levetiracetam be taken in pregnancy?
A
- Yes
- Dose should be monitored throughout and after pregnancy (Levetiracetam concentrations decrease during pregnancy)
- Recommended to also monitor Fetal growth
5
Q
Can Levetiracetam be taken whilst breast-feeding?
A
- Yes
- But extra monitoring on infant required as present in breast milk
6
Q
Why does levetiracetam have few interactions than other antiepileptics?
A
- It’s not massively affected by
CYP enzymes
