Jul 14, 2025 · Levetiracetam (lev-eh-teer-ASS-eh-tam) is the generic name (non-brand name) for the drug called Keppra (KEP-ruh). Keppra is a widely used seizure medicine from UCB. Keppra is …

What are the most common side effects of Levetiracetam XR? Keppra XR appears to be very safe. Some side effects that have been reported include:

Dec 1, 2016 · Said there were no side effects from stopping this after being on it for 6 years (she reminded me that she was the doctor and her undergraduate work was in biochemistry). Well today …

Jun 30, 2010 · Re: Lowering Keppra dosage Submitted by MinKels on Thu, 2010-07-22 - 01:49 My neurologist is working with me to wean me off Keppra (bad side effects) but of course first has to …

Most people with epilepsy take one or more medicines. The goal is to prevent seizures with as few side effects as possible. To do this, it may be the right choice to change or lower the number of …

Despite the efficacy of certain epilepsy treatments, the effects of medication on mood and behavior may cause some discouragement and distress. Learn more online at the Epilepsy Foundation today.

Many people have experienced side effects when stopping ASMs. Hear from the epilepsy community and gain tips to help you through medication changes.

No one medicine dominates for effectiveness, and all have various side effects. Doctors and patients choose anti-seizure medications (ASMs), previously called anti-epileptic drugs, after considering …

Oct 17, 2011 · My 15 yr old son was just diagnosed with epilepsy. He is on Keppra and smokes marijuana. Are there any serious side effects of smoking while on Keppra. Anyone out there smoke …

Aug 3, 2009 · Here are my side effects: crippling morbid depression, uncontrollable anger and irritability - i have never in my life felt so depressed that i've wanted to kill myself until taking this medication. …