INTRODUCTION
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION contains Brivaracetam, which belongs to the group of medicines called anti-epileptics. It is used to treat epilepsy. Epilepsy is a chronic non-communicable disease of the brain, characterized by recurrent seizures, which are small episodes of involuntary movement that may involve a part of the body (partial) or the entire body (generalized) and are sometimes associated with loss of consciousness and control of bowel or bladder function.
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION is not recommended to use in patients with severe liver problems. BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION is generally not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women unless considered necessary. BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION is not recommended for use in children under 4 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
The most common side effects of taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION are feeling sleepy or dizzy, flu, feeling very tired, convulsion (a feeling of spinning), feeling and being sick and constipation, depression, anxiety, not being able to sleep, irritability, infection of nose and throat and decreased appetite. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms get worse or persist.
USES OF BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION
Treats epilepsy.
HOW BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION WORKS
Brivaracetam works by attaching itself to specific sites (SV2A) on the nerve cells’ suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION
COMMON
Feeling sleepy or dizzy
Flu
Feeling very tired (fatigue)
Convulsion, a feeling of ‘spinning’ (vertigo)
Feeling and being sick
Constipation
Depression
Anxiety not being able to sleep (insomnia)
Irritability
Infection of the nose and throat (such as the ‘common cold’), cough
Decreased appetite
Restlessness and hyperactivity (psychomotor hyperactivity)
UNCOMMON
Allergic reactions
Loss of touch with reality and/or abnormal thinking (psychotic disorder)
Being aggressive
Nervous excitement (agitation)
Attempts or thoughts of harming or killing yourself
Decrease in white blood cells (called ‘neutropenia’)
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea or vomiting:
Take this medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil-rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor immediately if your symptom gets worse or persist.
Constipation:
Eat plenty of fiber-rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor immediately if your symptom gets worse or persist.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered necessary. Consult your doctor before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
BREASTFEEDING
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel sleepy, dizzy, or tired while taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
ALCOHOL
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
KIDNEY
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION is not recommended for use in patients with impaired renal function. Consult your doctor before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
LIVER
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION should be taken with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
ALLERGY
Do not take BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION if you are allergic to brivaracetam or other similar chemical compounds such as levetiracetam or piracetam or any other ingredients of BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
OTHERS
Before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION, inform your doctor if you have:
Depression, suicidal ideations, or any unusual changes in mood and behaviour
Use in pediatrics:
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION is not recommended for use in children under 4 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
Use in geriatrics:
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). Consult your doctor before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
INTERACTIONS
Before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
Rifampicin (a medicine used to treat bacterial infections)
St John’s wort (also known as Hypericum perforatum) – herbal medicine is used to treat depression and anxiety as well as other conditions.
Carbamazepine
Phenytoin
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include dizziness, sleepy, feeling sick, a feeling of ‘spinning’, problems keeping your balance, anxiety, tiredness, irritability, being aggressive, inability to sleep, depression, thoughts or attempts of harming or killing yourself.
SYNOPSIS
Drug : Brivaracetam
Pharmacological Category : Anti-epileptics
Therapeutic Indication : Epilepsy
Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection, Oral solution, syrup
MORE INFORMATION
Keep BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION out of reach from children
Store at room temperature
FAQs ABOUT BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION
Can BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION be given to children at 2 years?
BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION should not be given to children below 4 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
How to take BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION?
Take BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION can be taken as such or can be diluted with water before taking. BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION can be taken with or without food.
What are the precautions to be taken if BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION is taken in excess?
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include dizziness, sleepy, feeling sick, a feeling of ‘spinning’, problems keeping your balance, anxiety, tiredness, irritability, being aggressive, inability to sleep, depression, thoughts or attempts of harming or killing yourself.
How do BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION act?
Brivaracetam works by attaching itself to specific sites (SV2A) on the surfaces of nerve cells which suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.
Will BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION affect my ability to drive or use the machine?
Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION affects you. BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION may cause drowsiness, tiredness, dizziness, and problems with your balance and coordination.
Who should not take BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION?
Do not take BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION if you are allergic to brivaracetam or any of the ingredients in BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION.
What are the most common side effects of BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION?
The most common side effects of taking BRITZILAM ORAL SOLUTION are feeling sleepy or dizzy, flu, feeling very tired, convulsion (a feeling of spinning), feeling and being sick and constipation, depression, anxiety, not being able to sleep, irritability, infection of nose and throat and decreased appetite. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.
REFERENCES
1. Misty D. Smith, Cameron S. Metcalf, and Karen S. Wilcox. Pharmacotherapy of the Epilepsies. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological basics of Therapeutics. 13th Edition. New York McGraw Hill Medical 2018 Page – 303-326.
2. Felix Zahnert, Kristina Krause, Ilka Immisch, Lena Habermehl, Iris Gorny, Izabella Chmielewska, Leona Möller, Anna M. Weyand, Peter M. Mross, Jan Wagner, Katja Menzler and Susanne Knake. Brivaracetam in the Treatment of Patients with Epilepsy – First Clinical Experiences. Journal of Frontiers in neurology. February 2018. [Accessed on 2nd May 2022] https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fneur.2018.00038/full
3. Farbod Khaleghi, and Eric C. Nemec. A Novel Adjunctive Therapy for Partial-Onset Seizures. February 2017. [Accessed on 2nd May 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5265234/
4. UCB Pharma limited. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in October 2021] [Accessed on 2nd May 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1964.pdf
Net Qty
1 N
Item Weight
120 g
Ingredient
BRIVARACETAM 10 MG
Hsn Code
30049099
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