Episaf 500mg Injection

Episaf 500mg Injection, made by Saffron Pharmaceutical Company, is an anti-epileptic medicine. Its active ingredient is Levetiracetam 500mg, and it is used for epilepsy, including partial seizures, myoclonic seizures and generalised tonic-clonic seizures.

Uses of Episaf 500mg Injection

Episaf 500mg Injection is used to control seizures in epilepsy, either on its own or together with other anti-epileptic medicines. It is used for partial-onset seizures, myoclonic seizures in juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, and primary generalised tonic-clonic seizures, in both adults and children.

How Episaf 500mg Injection works

Levetiracetam binds to a protein in nerve cells (SV2A) that controls the release of chemical messengers. This helps calm the excessive electrical activity in the brain that causes seizures.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Episaf 500mg Injection include:

• Drowsiness or tiredness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Irritability or mood changes
• Common cold symptoms

Contact your doctor straight away if you notice depression, aggression, unusual behaviour or thoughts of self-harm, or a severe skin rash.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not stop taking it suddenly, as this can trigger seizures; your doctor will reduce it gradually.
• Avoid driving until your seizures are controlled and you know how the medicine affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or a history of mood problems.
• If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, talk to your doctor before making any change.

Storage

Store as directed on the pack, protected from light. Injections should only be prepared and given by a doctor, nurse or other trained healthcare professional. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Episaf 500mg Injection online in Pakistan

Order Episaf 500mg Injection from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Levetiracetam by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.