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Does Keppra Cause Drowsiness?

Does Keppra cause me to be sleepy? Can I drive a car when taking this medication? I take 500 mg twice a day. Is that too much? I did not have a seizure or stroke but had somekind of an episode of passing out so the doctor said to take this medicine just in case I had another episode. YYYY@YYYY
Wed, 5 Jul 2017
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Hi & Welcome.
Yes, it can cause drowsiness as its one of the common side effects.

Keppra (Levetiracetam) is an anti-convulsant drug used to treat partial onset seizures.

Its common side effects include drowsiness, weakness, loss of appetite,
stuffy nose, tiredness, and dizziness. It may also cause hallucinations, fever, chills, body ache, and problems with walking or movement.

Drowsiness which may affect your ability to drive, swim or operate machinery.

In view of the above you are advised not to drive a car or to swim while taking this medication.

Hope this answers your query.

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Does Keppra Cause Drowsiness?

Hi & Welcome. Yes, it can cause drowsiness as its one of the common side effects. Keppra (Levetiracetam) is an anti-convulsant drug used to treat partial onset seizures. Its common side effects include drowsiness, weakness, loss of appetite, stuffy nose, tiredness, and dizziness. It may also cause hallucinations, fever, chills, body ache, and problems with walking or movement. Drowsiness which may affect your ability to drive, swim or operate machinery. In view of the above you are advised not to drive a car or to swim while taking this medication. Hope this answers your query. A feedback is appreciated.