Brivaracetam 50 mg

Category- Allopathy

Medicine Highlights

Brivaracetam Uses

Brivaracetam 50 mg is an oral medicine belonging to the category of anticonvulsants and is used to treat seizures

Brivaracetam side effects 

More Common  

1. Dizziness 
2. Sleepiness or tiredness 
3. Nausea and vomiting 

Less Common 

1. Breathing problems or wheezing 
2. Racing heart 
3. Fever or general ill feeling 
4. Swollen lymph nodes 
5. Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat 
6. Trouble swallowing or throat tightness 
7. Itching, skin rash, or pale red bumps on the skin called hives 
8. Nausea or vomiting 
9. Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting 
10. Stomach cramps 
11. Joint pain 
12. Suicidal thoughts 
13. Hallucinations 

How Brivaracetam works 

Brivaracetam acts like a skilled technician in the brain, balancing two key chemicals: GABA (calming) and glutamate (exciting). In epilepsy, excess glutamate overwhelms nerve signals, triggering seizures. By targeting the SV2A protein, brivaracetam fine-tunes how signals are released, preventing overloads and restoring neural harmony.

Safety Measures and Warning 

Pregnancy

It is not known if brivaracetam will harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant while taking brivaracetam. Your healthcare provider will decide whether you should or should not take this medicine.

Breastfeeding

Brivaracetam passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding. Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should stop breastfeeding or stop amitriptyline.  disturbances in children, like drowsiness and irritation. So, tell your healthcare provider whether you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.

Kidney and Liver Problems

Patients with kidney or liver problems are at higher risk of toxicity while taking this medicine, since it is processed in the liver and kidneys. Therefore, consult a doctor before using it.

Past Mental Health Issues

Patients having previous mental health problems can experience potential psychiatric symptoms, so sure to inform your doctor about your medical history

Brivaracetam Interaction with Food Product 

Alcohol and smoking can alter the drug’s effects on the brain, leading to severe drowsiness and sedation, since they also act directly on the brain.

Brivaracetam Interaction with Other Medicines  

Avoid taking Brivaracetam 50 mg with the following medicines, as it may increase or decrease the desired effect, or in worse cases, it could be fatal:

Brivaracetam Chemical Structure

IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry)/ Chemical name

(2S)-2-[(4R)-2-oxo-4-propylpyrrolidin-1-yl] butanamide

Intake routine/cycle

Daily dose

Take brivaracetam exactly as your doctor recommends. The dose may change based on your condition and how well you respond. Do not take more than prescribed without consulting your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take your medicine, take the medication as soon as you remember. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Always consult the doctor before making any changes to your dosage.

Overdose

It is not recommended to take more than 200 mg of brivaracetam per day, as it may cause severe overdosing effects like kidney and liver damage, dizziness, and severe low blood pressure. If you face any of the severe effects, meet the doctor.

Storage

1. Store the medicine at room temperature 
2. Keep away from sunlight and moisture 
3. Keep out of reach of children 

Directions for use 

1. Take brivaracetam exactly as prescribed by your doctor, at the same time each day. 
2. Do not stop taking brivaracetam without your doctor’s approval, even if you feel better. 
3. If you forget to take brivaracetam, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. 

Brivaracetam Summary 

Brivaracetam is a prescription medicine that belongs to the category of anticonvulsants used to help control partial-onset seizures, commonly seen in people with epilepsy. It works by calming abnormal electrical signals in the brain using a protein called SV2A. This makes seizures less frequent and easier to manage. It comes in tablet, liquid, or injection form and is usually taken twice daily, with or without food.People taking brivaracetam may feel sleepy, dizzy, or have tiredness, nausea, or mood changes like irritability or sadness. In rare cases, it can cause hallucinations or suicidal thoughts, so it’s important to speak up if anything feels wrong. Avoid alcohol and do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without advice from a doctor; it could trigger more seizures.

FAQ’s

What is the brand name of brivaracetam?

Brivaracetam is commonly sold under the brand name Briviact. Although Brivaracetam has different brand names that are endorsed by marketing companies, the salt name remains the same. Many of the brands fail to pass the CDSCO standard quality test, and it’s the time when Saya Care steps in, and we provide the medicine with a quality test report

Which class does brivaracetam belong to?

Brivaracetam belongs to the class of anticonvulsants and is used to prevent seizures from occurring.

What is the mechanism of action of brivaracetam?

Brivaracetam acts like a skilled technician in the brain, balancing two key chemicals: GABA (calming) and glutamate (exciting). In epilepsy, excess glutamate overwhelms nerve signals, triggering seizures. By targeting the SV2A protein, brivaracetam fine-tunes how signals are released, preventing overloads and restoring neural harmony.

What are the effects of brivaracetam during pregnancy?

It is not known if brivaracetam will harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant while taking brivaracetam. You and your healthcare provider will have to decide if you should take brivaracetam while you are pregnant.

Reference 

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Siva Krishna Adithya Bhumireddy

Siva Krishna Adithya Bhumireddy completed Bachelor of Pharmacy from GIET School of Pharmacy affiliated to Andhra University and from his 3rd year of graduation itself he was working as a freelance Medical and Publication writer and having expertise in Systematic reviews and clinical research. With his keen interest and skills in research and documentation practices he also reviewed more than 100 manuscripts from international journals like Elsevier, Springer Nature, Sage Journals and all the manuscripts were indexed and appeared in Pub Med, Scopus and Web of Science databases and received honorary recognition letters and certificates from all of them. Siva Krishna Adithya also published few systematic, narrative reviews and few chapters of international expertise.