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Levetiracetam Flashcards

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MoA

A 
SV2A Ligand
Blocks synaptic vesicle release
Rapid and complete absorption
Little effect from food
Reduce intraneuronal Ca2+ levels
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Indications

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Epilepsy

SAFE IN PREGNANCY

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ADR

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Irritability, Anxiety, Fatigue, Dizziness, Behavioural changes
Rarely psychosis
Rare hepatic failure

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Prescribing Advice

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Avoid in psychiatric issues

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