INTRODUCTION
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET 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.
Before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have depression, suicidal ideations, or any unusual changes in mood and behaviour. BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is not recommended to use in patients with severe liver problems. BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding. BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children under 4 years of age.
The most common side effects of taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET 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.
USES OF BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET
Treats epilepsy
HOW BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET WORKS
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET 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.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET
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 if your side effects get worse or persist.
Constipation:
Eat plenty of fibre-rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor if your side effects get worse or persist.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered necessary. Consult your doctor before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
BREASTFEEDING
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel sleepy, dizzy or tired while taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
ALCOHOL
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
KIDNEY
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with impaired renal function. Consult your doctor before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
LIVER
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
ALLERGY
Do not take BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET if you are allergic to brivaracetam or other similar chemical compounds such as levetiracetam or piracetam or any other ingredients of BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
OTHERS
Before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have:
Depression, suicidal ideations, or any unusual changes in mood and behaviour
Use in pediatrics:
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children under 4 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
Use in geriatrics:
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). Consult your doctor before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
Rifampicin (a medicine used to treat bacterial infections)
Herbal medicine such as St John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) (used to treat depression and anxiety as well as other conditions)
Carbamazepine
Phenytoin
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include dizziness, sleep, feeling sick, a feeling of ‘spinning’, problems keeping your balance, anxiety, feeling very tired, irritability, being aggressive, not being able 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 BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET out of reach from children
Store at room temperature
FAQs ABOUT BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET
What is BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET prescribe for?
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is prescribed to treat epilepsy. Epilepsy is a chronic non-communicable disease of the brain, that affects around 50 million people worldwide. It is characterized by recurrent seizures, which are brief episodes of involuntary movement that may involve a part of the body (partial) or the entire body (generalized) and are sometimes accompanied by loss of consciousness and control of bowel or bladder function.
What are the side effects of BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET?
The most common side effects of BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET are 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, infections of the nose and throat (such as the ‘common cold’), cough, decreased appetite.
In which condition I should avoid BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET?
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use, if you have liver disease, alcohol dependence, and suicidal thoughts. Consult your doctor for advice.
Does BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET causes suicidal thoughts?
BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET may cause suicidal thoughts of harming or killing themselves. If you have any of these thoughts at any time, contact your doctor immediately.
Is it safe to take BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET with alcohol?
Consumption of alcohol with BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
Can I take BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET with or without food?
The BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET can be taken with or without food. Swallow the BRIVIACT 50MG TABLET with a glass of water. Consult your doctor for advice.
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 2nd May 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1963.pdf
Net Qty
1 N
Item Weight
25 g
Ingredient
BRIVARACETAM 50MG
Hsn Code
30049099
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