Levetiracetam
Roweepra is a brand-name antiepileptic medication containing the active ingredient levetiracetam. It is used to treat partial-onset seizures, myoclonic seizures, and generalized tonic-clonic seizures in adults and children. This medication is typically used as a standalone treatment or in combination with other seizure medications.
Roweepra is an antiepileptic medication used to treat various types of seizures in adults and children.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1731015
- Generic
- Roweepra
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Roweepra is used to treat partial-onset seizures (focal seizures), myoclonic seizures, and primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures. It can be used alone or in combination with other antiepileptic medications for adults and children.
The exact mechanism of action is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve binding to synaptic vesicle protein 2A (SV2A), which may help regulate neurotransmitter release and reduce seizure activity in the brain.
Common side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, and fatigue. Patients should not stop taking Roweepra abruptly, as this may increase seizure frequency. Regular monitoring and blood tests may be required during treatment. Inform your doctor about any history of mood disorders or kidney problems before starting this medication.
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