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Have you taken levetiracetam (Keppra)?

Epilepsy & Seizures | Last Active: Feb 1, 2023 | Replies (102)

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@jdernburg

I have been on Keppra for about two years. Because I still have had a few mild seizures, my neurologist has upped the dose gradually. My major side effect is a worsening of my depression. I know that this is a possible side effect and if you are prone to depression, either take the lowest possible dose or try something else. My psychopharmacologist and neurologist tried me on Lamictal (sic?) but I had a major reaction to it and was hospitalized.

I will note that other than the above conditions, I am a reasonably healthy and fit 77 year-old and I don't know how much of my negative reaction is exacerbated by aging.

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@jdernburg - is your treatment for depression (if you've been getting treatment for it, that is) being altered to help with the side effects from the levetiracetam (Keppra)?