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Contraindications for Keppra Use-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Keppra as follows: Do not take Keppra, if you ever manifested any allergic response to intake of Keppra. Discuss your history of allergic response to this medication with your physician, without fail. Keppra carries the risk of causing mild increase in blood pressure. Individuals can present with symptoms of poorly controlled blood pressure, such as, episodes of headache, nose bleeds, blurred vision, complaint of chest pain, pounding sensation [...]

Side Effects of Keppra-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Keppra as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Keppra can induce some dizziness, altered levels of consciousness, delayed responses, and make one drowsy. Starting the medication at a low dose, watching for the response, and gradually changing the dose, to help optimum control of your symptoms, can contribute to controlling/reducing the risk for drowsiness and dizziness due to the medication. Keppra use carries risk of deterioration of mood [...]

Side Effects of Keppra-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Keppra as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects Keppra use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting, especially when taken on empty stomach. Taking dose of keppra with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Keppra can also induce constipation and abdominal pain & discomfort due to bloating. Proper hydration measures [...]

Side Effects of Keppra-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Keppra as follows: Hematologic side-effects Keppra carries significant risk of suppressing production of white blood cells from the bone marrow and lead to agranulocytosis. Reduced white blood cell count can contribute to lowered immunity, thus resulting in frequent fever, chills, sore throat, and risk for frequent infections. Other constitutional side-effects Individuals taking keppra can occasionally present with skin pigmentation and rash that can resolve after discontinuing on [...]

Side Effects of Keppra-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Keppra as follows: General allergic reactions Keppra use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with keppra, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be [...]