Brivaracetam 25mg

Brivaracetam 25mg — Uses and Benefits

Brivaracetam is used to treat epilepsy, a condition in which abnormal electrical activity in the brain causes seizures.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• To control partial-onset (focal) seizures in adults and adolescents
• Often given as an add-on therapy along with other anti-epileptic medicines
• Helps reduce the frequency and severity of seizures over time

HOW IT WORKS

• It binds to a specific protein in the brain (SV2A) involved in nerve signalling
• This action helps to stabilise abnormal electrical activity in brain cells
• Reducing this abnormal activity lowers the chance of a seizure occurring

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not a painkiller or fever medicine
• It is not used for anxiety or sleep problems
• It is not a cure for epilepsy; it only helps control seizures
• It should not be used to stop a seizure that is already happening (not for emergency use)

Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor and do not change the dose on your own.

How to Use Brivaracetam 25mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually twice a day
• It can be taken with or without food
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor says so
• Try to take it at the same times each day to maintain steady levels in the body
• Do not stop taking it suddenly, as this may increase the risk of seizures

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• If you miss doses often, inform your doctor, as this can affect seizure control

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the medicine in its original pack until you are ready to take it
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Brivaracetam 25mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Sleepiness or drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Tiredness or fatigue
• Nausea or vomiting

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Irritability or mood changes
• Loss of appetite
• Difficulty in balance or coordination
• Constipation or other mild digestive upset

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of severe allergic reaction such as swelling of face, lips, throat, or difficulty breathing
• Thoughts of self-harm, severe depression, or unusual behaviour changes
• Severe skin rash, blistering, or peeling skin
• Signs of severe infection, such as high fever with sore throat (rare, related to low white blood cells)

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Brivaracetam 25mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India. Do not use it without medical supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to brivaracetam or any of its ingredients
• Have been advised against it by your doctor for a specific medical reason

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have a history of depression, mood disorders, or suicidal thoughts
• Have liver disease
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Are already taking other anti-epileptic or sedative medicines
• Drink alcohol regularly

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other anti-epileptic medicines (may need dose adjustment)
• Rifampicin and certain other medicines that affect liver enzymes
• Alcohol and other sedative or sleep-inducing medicines
• St John's Wort or other herbal supplements

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drive after taking this medicine?

It may cause dizziness or sleepiness, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

Can I stop this medicine once my seizures are controlled?

No, do not stop without your doctor's advice, as sudden stopping can trigger seizures.

Is this medicine safe during pregnancy?

• It should be used only if clearly necessary and under close medical supervision, as it may affect the baby.
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