Anyone experience side effects while decreasing Keppra?
Hey all...I have been seizure free for a little over a year now. My doctor has me decreasing my dose of Keppra a little each week. Since doing this I have felt nauseous occasionally, have had shakyness/twitching (not visible, feels like its happening on the inside), and just weird feelings (hard to describe). I feel like this may be withdrawal effects...has anyone experienced this while decreasing this medication?
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Hi @cashelton
I did not experience Keppra, but I also became an ill person in my bed most of the time while taking Vimpat. Since the neurologist at that time did not want to change to another AED, I went to get a second opinion. It was very worthwhile and I have changed doctors and medication.
Stay strong! My vibrations to both of you.
Chris (Santosha)
Thanks for your reply. No, he can’t convey what he needs. He last lived in my home from 2020-23. No seizures, no epilepsy. I highly doubt the clinic did any of the tests you mentioned. They would have told me - I think. I am his MPOA. I’m pretty secure in saying they did not. It was just such a jolt to see him “zombie-like”, I was angry, sad, helpless. What do you think this drug would do to someone who did not need it? I hope he will continue to improve as the dose is decreased.