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Side effects from Keppra?

Epilepsy & Seizures | Last Active: Jul 11 11:02pm | Replies (158)

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hello Chris,
thanks for asking.... sleep ???? what 's that ??
I wish I could sleep like I used to years ago. No sleeping aids seem to make any difference. some nights are ok, others I"m up till morning and dragging around all day... NO FUN.
Tried many things from my doctor to my friends suggestions and nothing helps. Just part of my life I guess. Hope you are well, and thanks again.

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Replies to "hello Chris, thanks for asking.... sleep ???? what 's that ?? I wish I could sleep..."

Hi @motobee,
I am doing well, thanks for asking.
Oh my heart goes out to you! Sleep issues are absolutely exhausting, both physically and emotionally. For me, it was the worst symptom I experienced during my first years of epilepsy treatment. Thankfully, with changes in my medications for epilepsy together with yoga practices and aerobic exercise, my sleep patterns have improved.
I understand that Zopiclone hasn't been very helpful in improving your sleep pattern, correct? What other approaches have you tried? Have you considered seeing a sleep specialist?
In the meantime, please be gentle with yourself on those rough days. Sleep deprivation is no joke - I know it well myself.
Sending you wishes for better sleep ahead. 💜
Chris