Keppra (Levetiracetam): Dosage, Side Effects, and Cost Without Insurance

June 5, 2024

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Levetiracetam, or Keppra, is an anticonvulsant that helps stop the spread of seizure activity through the brain. While its exact mechanism of action is not known, it is effective in preventing various types of seizures, including:

  • Partial-onset seizures: Patients remain conscious during convulsions.
  • Tonic-clonic seizures: Patients lose consciousness.
  • Myoclonic seizures: Patients experience brief muscle jerks while remaining fully conscious.

Dosage

Levetiracetam is available in tablet form. The usual dose ranges from 500 to 1500 mg, taken twice daily.

Common Side Effects

  • Decreased appetite
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Weakness
  • Headache
  • High blood level of eosinophils (cells associated with allergies and parasites)
  • Irritability
  • Low energy
  • Stuffy nose
  • Irritated throat

Cost of Keppra

The price of levetiracetam ranges from $9.00 to $40.00 for 60 tablets, strength 500 mg, with a coupon. Click here to find a pharmacy near you and download a coupon.

How to Obtain Levetiracetam

Keppra is a prescription medication available only with a prescription from a physician or other licensed prescriber. Did you know? QuickMD can help you remotely through telemedicine and prescribe Keppra online.

Disclaimer

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