About brivaracetam
Antiseizure medication (SV2A ligand)
Used for
- Treats partial-onset seizures in epilepsy, alone or with other seizure medicines.
Usual adult dose
Usually 50 mg twice daily; adjusted to 25–100 mg twice daily.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 1 month or older, dose depends on weight; usually given twice daily.
Common side effects
- Sleepiness or dizziness
- Tiredness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Irritability or mood changes
Important warnings
- May cause suicidal thoughts or unusual mood changes.
- Do not stop suddenly; seizures may worsen.
- Use caution with liver disease; lower doses may be needed.
- May impair alertness and coordination.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy data are limited. Seizure control is important; treatment decisions require specialist review.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether brivaracetam passes into breast milk; discuss risks and benefits with a clinician.
Interactions
- Rifampin can lower brivaracetam levels; dose adjustment may be needed.
- Brivaracetam can increase levels of carbamazepine’s active metabolite.
- Alcohol may worsen sleepiness and coordination problems.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.