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Levenue 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Levenue 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levenue 500 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Levenue 500 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue, Headache, Drowsiness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Levenue 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Levenue 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Levenue 500 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Levenue 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levenue 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Levenue 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Levenue 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levenue 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Levenue 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Levenue 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Levenue may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levenue again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levenue 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Levenue may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Levenue 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Levenue rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levenue 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Levenue rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Levenue 500 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Levenue for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levenue 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levenue 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Levenue 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levenue 500 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levenue 500 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levenue 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Levenue 500 Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levenue 500 Tablet
You can take Levenue 500 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levenue 500 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Levenue 500 Tablet can be dangerous.
Levenue may be used to treat absence seizures. Scientific studies have found that medicine is effective in decreasing the frequency of absence seizures. However, more studies are needed to confirm its efficacy in the treatment of absence seizures.
Yes, Levenue might cause anxiety. It is a rare side effect of this drug and it occurs due to behavior changes which might be caused by this drug. If you are experiencing any behavior changes such as aggression, anxiety, depression, and irritability then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take Levenue and topamax (topiramate) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with topamax then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Levenue is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, Levenue should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug might result in withdrawal seizures. You should decrease the dose of medicine gradually as per your doctor's instruction to avoid withdrawal seizure. Hence, you are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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