Levetiracetam Extended-Release (Generic) Rx
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Levetiracetam Extended-Release (Generic) Rx
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Usually ships the same weekday before 3pm CT with veterinary approval.
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Requires veterinary authorization.
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Your pet's veterinarian will provide directions for use.
What are Levetiracetam Extended-Release (Generic) Tablets for Cats and Dogs?
- Levetiracetam is a prescription anticonvulsant drug that is used with other medications to control seizures caused by epilepsy.
- Levetiracetam is the generic name of Keppra.
Why do cats and dogs use Levetiracetam?
- Levetiracetam works in combination with phenobarbital and bromides to help treat epilepsy and give your pet a better quality of life.
- Levetiracetam is also prescribed to control seizures associated with hepatic encephalopathy.
- Extended release tablets are designed to release a drug into the system more slowly to allow for less frequest dosing.
What else should I know about Levetiracetam?
- These Levetiracetam tablets are extended release. Do not crush these tablets or allow your dog or cat to chew the tablets.
- Helps control seizures due to epilepsy and hepatic encephalopathy.
- May be combined with other seizure medications.
What problems could my dog or cat have with Levetiracetam?
- Tiredness and lack of appetite are the most common side effects of Levetiracetam.
How do you use Levetiracetam?
- Levetiracetam may be given with or without food. Follow your veterinarian's instructions.
- These tablets are extended release, NOT immediate release. You may or may not need to give multiple doses per day. Follow your veterinarian's instructions.
What is in Levetiracetam?
- The drug Levetiracetam is an anticonvulsant used to treat seizures.
Will I get what I see in the picture?
- Levetiracetam is sold as an FDA approved generic drug. Brand may vary from order to order and variation to variation. We are unable to guarantee which brand will be available at the time of order shipment.
Is it important for my dog or cat to finish all of the Levetiracetam?
- Dogs and cats may use Levetiracetam for different lengths of time. Please consult your veterinarian if you have any questions.
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Is there a recommended minimum weight for this medication? My 15 lb chiweenie has been on regular Levetiracetam (and Phenobarbital) for about two years now, with doses given every 8 hours. My schedule is changing soon, and administering twice a day would be SO much easier.?
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Levetiracetam is an anti-seizure medication, often prescribed extra-label for canine epilepsy. Transitioning from immediate-release (IR) formulation to extended-release (ER) formulation can be done. However, this requires careful monitoring of clinical response and the consideration of possible dose adjustments from your veterinarian due to the differences in the rate or extent of absorption of the drug. According to Plumb’s Veterinary Handbook, dosing using ER tablets begins with 30 mg/kg by mouth with or without food every 12 hours. Because of the drug’s safety, doses may be increased (up to 60 mg/kg by mouth every 12 hours) further until efficacy is achieved, adverse effects become apparent, or drug cost becomes prohibitive. Administering every 24 hours may be acceptable in some dogs. Higher doses may be needed if using concurrently with phenobarbital. The smallest extended-release tablet is 500 mg, so it may not be practically administered to small dogs. It is recommended to consult with your veterinarian about whether the extended-release formulation is a good fit for your dog. They will be able to best address your questions and concerns as they are most aware of your dog’s condition and needs.
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My dog has been taking Levetiracetam extended release 500mg every 12 hours (10a & 10p) for a few months and I was told by my primary veterinarian that it's important to give it at these exact times. He is scheduled for his annual dental cleaning with another veterinarian in the practice (my veterinarian is on maternity leave) and he said it was okay to give it to him before I drop him off at 8a for the cleaning. Should I be concerned with the dosage time change and him being put under anesthesia? Thank you?
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Levetiracetam is an anti-seizure medication, often prescribed extra-label for canine epilepsy. It is recommended that you speak with the veterinarian performing the dental procedure and who ordered the change in dosage time. They will be able to best address your questions and concerns regarding both the schedule change as well as the type of anesthesia your dog will be receiving.
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Can you provide the manufacturer for this medication? My dogs has had issues with certain brands, so trying to avoid.?
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Levetiracetam Extended-Release (Generic) is a human labeled generic medication that may be used in an extra label manner for animals under the direction and guidance of a veterinarian. Levetiracetam Extended-Release (Generic) is supplied by multiple different manufacturers. Availability of a specific manufacturer cannot be guaranteed and what will be shipped will depend on current inventory. Please contact the pharmacy if you have specific questions regarding current manufacturer inventory prior to ordering.
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Can this be cut in half and given every 12 hours??
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Levetiracetam Extended-Release should only be administered as a whole tablet; do not crush, break, or chew.
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