Keppra is a medication used to treat tonic clonic, partial onset and myoclonic seizures, says Drugs.com. Tonic clonic seizures affect your entire brain and cause loss of consciousness and full body convulsions. Myoclonic seizures result in rapid jerking movement of certain body parts, such as your shoulders or extremities. Partial onset seizures affect one area of your brain and result in muscle twitches without loss of consciousness. Keppra, generically sold as levetiracetam, is a tablet that should be taken as your doctor prescribes.
Mental Instability
According to Drugs.com, Keppra can cause serious changes in your personality. You may anxious, agitated, hostile, restless or hyperactive. In some instances, your depression can be manifested in feelings of sadness and worthlessness. You may isolate yourself from your friends and family. Severe depression can take a toll on you and lead to suicidal thinking and behaviors. These side effects are harmful if left untreated. Notify your doctor at once when these symptoms appear.
Less Serious Side Effects
According to MedlinePlus, Keppra can affect your digestion and lead to constipation or diarrhea. It can lead to a poor appetite and prevent your body from obtaining the essential nutrients it needs. You may vomit and this can lead to electrolyte (natural minerals in your body such as sodium and potassium) imbalances. Low potassium and sodium may affect your heart rhythm. Keppra can cause headaches, pain and changes in your skin color. In some cases, Keppra can cause lack of coordination and unsteadiness. This can prove very problematic especially if you are an active person. These symptoms are harmless if they are temporary. Tell your physician if these symptoms bother you or continue to get worse.
Hazardous Side Effects
According to Drugs.com, Keppra's dangerous complications include fever, chills and weakness. It can also cause hallucinations (a condition where you see or hear things that aren't part of reality). Keppra is supposed to treat seizures but in some instances, it can cause new seizures to develop. Nausea, itching, dark-colored urine and stomach pain are other hazardous side effects of Keppra. Your doctor may decide to discontinue Keppra to stop these menacing side effects.
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