Anti-seizurePrescription only
Levetiracetam
Tablet
Quick Summary
Levetiracetam reduces abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Epilepsy
Medical Uses
Epilepsy: Seizure control.
How it's taken
Take at the same times each day. The dose is increased slowly.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you. Follow their instructions and the label.
Common Side Effects
Drowsiness
Common.
Mood changes
Irritability or low mood.
Tiredness
Sometimes.
Interactions
Alcohol
More drowsiness.
Critical Warnings
Don't stop suddenly
Can cause seizures.
Thoughts of self-harm
Black Box Warning: Get help immediately: call 112 or Tele-MANAS (14416).
Drowsiness
Don't drive or use machines if it makes you sleepy, and avoid alcohol.
Sources and further reading
Last updated 21 October 2026. For more detail, see these trusted health organisations.
- Levetiracetam: drug information(opens in a new tab) · MedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine
- Levetiracetam: medicine to treat epilepsy(opens in a new tab) · NHS