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How Long Should I Continue Having Keppra For Seizure?
i believe that if fainted from low bp. i hit my head, causing multiple lacerations, and then had a seizure. 4 days later i had another seizure. i was started on keppra 500mg twice a day. no more seizures in 4 months. how will i know when i can get off this medicine. i dont like the side effects, but have been told they are less then many ani-sizure medicines.
Sat, 15 Mar 2014
Dear keppra is one of the best treatment for epilepsy because it has less side effects than any other anti epileptic drug.Anyway the decision to stop taking medication is on your neurologist and it's decided if no seizure occurs for 3 years, at least 2 and if EEG is normal.In my opinion 1000mg is a small dosage so you don't have nothing to worry!Wish you all the best, don't hesitate to contact for further questions.
Dr Eris Ranxha
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