Medicine Description convarsiotam 25mg
convarsiotam tablets are used to treat epilepsy, seizures, and involuntary movements associated with epilepsy, as they
contain the active ingredient rivaracetam.
They also help control seizures by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain and can be used alone or in
combination with other anti-epileptic drugs under a doctor's supervision.
convarsiotam Tablets Composition
The medication contains the active ingredient brivaracetam at a concentration of 25 mg, which is an anti-epileptic and
anticonvulsant drug.
convarsiotam Tablet Strengths
The medication is available in several dosage forms and strengths, including:
- 100 mg tablets, 20 tablets per pack.
- 50 mg tablets, 20 tablets per pack.
- 75 mg tablets, 20 tablets per pack.
- tablets are available in 25 mg strength, with 20 tablets per pack.
- syrup is available in 10 mg strength, in 120 ml bottles.
Indications for convarsiotam Tablets
The tablets are used to treat the following conditions:
- Treatment of partial seizures associated with epilepsy.
- Treatment of convulsions associated with epilepsy.
- Control of seizures by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Dosage of convarsiotam Tablets
The appropriate dosage is determined by a specialist physician based on the patient's condition, age, and
psychological state. The starting dose for adults is 50 mg, once or twice daily, as directed by the physician.
How to Use convarsiotam
- The medication can be taken with or without food.
- The physician may adjust the dose to range between 25 mg and 100 mg twice daily.
- The dose should be adjusted gradually to ensure the best results.
- Treatment should not be stopped abruptly and must be discontinued under a doctor's supervision.
Contraindications for convarsiotam Tablets
- Contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the active ingredient.
- Contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to pyrrolidone derivatives.
- Contraindicated in patients with impaired liver function.
Side Effects of convarsiotam
- Mood changes.
- Depression.
- Dizziness.
- General fatigue.
- Headache.
Alternatives to convarsiotam
Several alternatives are available, all containing the same active ingredient, brivarasetam:
- Andolepsy.
- Kativarox.
- Varocetam.
- Brivafutal.
Storage and Handling of convarsiotam Tablets
The tablets should be stored at room temperature between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius. Keep them out of the reach of
children and away from heat and moisture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is convarsiotam used to treat
convarsiotam is an antiepileptic drug used to treat epilepsy, seizures, and associated involuntary movements. It
contains the active ingredient, brevarasetam, which works by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
What are the alternatives to convarsiotam
Several alternatives to convarsiotam are available because they contain the same active ingredient, brevarasetam.
These include Andolpsy, Cativarox, Farosetam, and Prevaviotal.
What are the uses of convarsiotam for children
convarsiotam syrup, which contains the active ingredient rivaracetam, is used to control partial seizures and
convulsions and reduce their frequency in children.