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Can Levetiracetam Be Discontinued Safely On Absence Of Seizures?
I have had one seizure one year after a stroke which effected my peripheral vision .Put on levetiracetam 1000 mg daily .After a further year neurologist suggested stopping the drug as I had no further se seizures.I decided to stop on the drug as I was concerned that the seizures might return.Due to no more seizures after a further year I want to come off the medication as I have had no further seizures.Please advise.Thank you.
Fri, 22 Apr 2016
hi thanks for posting in HCM
I have understand your concern
anti epileptic drugs should be stopped if a pt is seizures free atleast for 2 years
after 2 year seizures free period every three months drug should be tappered and stop slowly over 1year
if seizures recurr after stopping the drugs then patient needs life long treatment
hope this helps you
thanks
I have understand your concern
anti epileptic drugs should be stopped if a pt is seizures free atleast for 2 years
after 2 year seizures free period every three months drug should be tappered and stop slowly over 1year
if seizures recurr after stopping the drugs then patient needs life long treatment
hope this helps you
thanks
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