Keppra for Epilepsy User Reviews (Page 4)

• Kenny...
• August 29, 2011

"I have had grand mal seizures since I was 9 years old and was involved in a car accident. I have taken Dilantin for over 50 years, with good results. It has controlled my seizures pretty well until recently. I was diagnosed with COPD 2 years ago, and in that time, I have been having seizures every 3-6 months. My doctor switched me to Keppra 6 months ago, and in that time, I have had at least 1 seizure a month. I think it's time to switch back to what works."

• Dr In...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 20, 2017

"Developed epilepsy due to several strokes while fighting sepsis/septic shock about 4 years ago. I am in the middle of weaning off Keppra and moving to lamictal. While I was seizure free on Keppra, the Kepprage, depression, and suicidal thoughts made me think it might be better to take my chances with seizures..hopefully the lamictal will be effective. I also with there was more science behind cannabis, and I lived in a state that allows medical cannabis. CBD seems like an option to supplement the conventional medications, but I can't say I complain about the occasional "buzz" via full spectrum cannabis."

• Becky
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 24, 2020

"Been on this med for a month it’s absolutely a life saver I had been on trileptal and had increasing seizures even in my sleep this med had stopped them completely as well as provided me with the sleep I haven’t had in years not one side effects whatsoever!!! I’m sticking to them 500mgx 2 tab twice a day"

• Kay
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 22, 2021

"Worst medication I've ever been on. I am naturally a very calm, kind, and easy going person. On Keppra I suddenly became an AGGRESSIVE and ANGRY person. I did not realize this at first, but soon realized I was yelling at everyone and have explosive anger towards the smallest circumstances. I was on this for about a month. I have had amazing experiences on Lamictal (Generic: Lamotrigine)."

• Nicky...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 8, 2021

"This 'Med'/Keppra/Brivatiracetam always been Neuro's 1st choice since diagnosed in 2008 for 'Opiate induced Epilepsy' @30 (3000mg's). Not helped 'Absent' or 'Nocturnal Seizures'! Would take any 'Med' to avoid Sleep-Wandering, biting Mouth to shreds & various injuries when awaken. Keppra = No Thanks..The SIZE of the Tab's are scary enough, increased anxiety, zombified 24/7, terrible lethargy, that KEPPRA RAGE & negative feelings as others have described.. (Tegretol, Clobezam + Zebinix are helping more tbh) The gut feeling with others experiences on this 'Med' confirms suspicions. Bless all.."

• Alyze...
• August 4, 2023

"I have been treating grand mal epilepsy well with phenytoin for 40 years, and so I was skeptical of my neurologist’s decision to change to Keppra. Before, I was experiencing auras associated with having to perform certain tasks, read, or especially speak with others in the morning. (At this time, I have been increasing my Keppra intake by 250 mg every two weeks and will eventually reach 2000 mg daily.) At first, I was extremely groggy, but now I am leveling off. Though I have read reviews that it feels deleterious to one's health, Keppra is working very well for my epilepsy. I cannot say this with full certainty because I am still using phenytoin. We often see side effects described in negative reactions, but I am beginning to feel a more stable foundation without being anxious about minor auras. This allows me to now visit people and conduct business early in the morning. I am uncertain about how Keppra works, but I am certain it helps calm the synaptic overload common in epileptics. It is a beneficial medication."

• Lynn
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 10, 2022

"I took this medication during my pregnancy with my youngest son. I had almost 160 seizures during the pregnancy plus I was a horrible person to be around due to the constant irritability. It was horrible. My son was delivered early to try to get me on a better medicine. My doctor suggested we try it again after the pregnancy and it still didn't work. Horrible medicine!"

• cjw
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 11, 2022

"I nearly died in hospital from epilepsy. My doctor prescribed Keppra and now I take Keppra at home my epilepsy problems have gradually disappeared. I take it three times a day in liquid form and it is easy to take but it doesn’t taste good"

• Livin...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 26, 2021

"I started Keppra XR in 2010, 2250 mg daily and have been seizure FREE to-date. First month was a bit rough as I felt disoriented and fatigued. Had a bit of a hiccup when my NOT so usual doctor switched me to immediate release generic. That was terrible! Suicide ideation, anger, and hostility. Life was really awful within 24 hours on that crap! Even got in trouble with the law by day two! Knowing that wasn’t me, I went back to my regular and much loved doctor. Although not covered under my HMO, I needed my doctor and Keppra XR Brand. I have no side effects other than I sometimes feel a little euphoric about an hour after my morning dose. Very satisfied with the results and living my best life."

• KS616
• March 7, 2021

"So far I’ve been on Keppra for 1 week. My experience is short with this drug, but so far it has been a life saver. I’ve had no side effects yet. I was switched off of Topamax after recording more than 24 side effects on the minimum dosage of 25mg. I ended up being allergic to it, and it was so bad for me. On Keppra I finally feel like myself again. It’s a Godsend for me, personally. I feel like I got my life back."

• bianc...
• September 30, 2009

"I have had epilepsy since age 13. My doctor put me on keppra and lamictal xr. It's only been a week and I have a lot of the same side effects you all are getting so I called my doctor and I'm going back to see him next week."

• A NAME
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 8, 2021

"Keppra has been the only thing that controls my seizures. It is dangerous at higher doses. It gave me suicidal fantasies and a bi polar like personality. When I lowered the dose I feel more stable with a joy for life, but I am so fatigue 24/7. After taking it 20 years my memory is shot and I am scared I am going to get early onset dementia. However, an Epileptic has to think about surviving each day without having a seizure in a dangerous circumstance that could kill or seriously injure themselves and others. So although Keppra is not perfect by any means and it will take a lot of experimentation for the right dose, it gave me the best chance at a normal life, seizure free."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 10, 2021

"I was prescribed this drug after my first episode, didn't have the second seizure until three years later after missing a couple of doses. So I assume it worked well and I didn't suffer any physical side effects as my doctor kept monitoring the drug level through blood tests until she found the right amount. HOWEVER, this drug literally made me a very horrible person, a bad guy, someone that I remember and I feel disgusted by, I feel embarrassed. I ruined some relationships and career opportunities. I was put into SSRIs and they didn't help but made things worse. I was in a rage all the time, I call it Kepprage After another violent seizure, I was prescribed Lamictal which counterbalanced Keppra's psychological side effect"

• Lilac
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 7, 2021

"I have been on Keppra 500mg/twice a day, for four years and haven't had a seizure! It was hard to adjust to and on days where I'm overtired, the side effects can happen; moodiness, insomnia, etc. But I'll take it and I'm so glad the seizures aren't happening!!"

• Ben
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 14, 2022

"Great medicine. If you have bad side effects, try levetiracetam from other manufacturers, unless you can afford brand name. The generics are made by several different companies and the side effects vary by those companies (I like Mine from CVS) . !! TAKE B-Vitamins !!!! if you start getting irritable and anger fits that cause you to lose control. With b6 vitamin, the only side effect I got now is some acne and muscle weakness , especially 2 or 3 hours after a dose..."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 26, 2019

"This medication has caused me to lose 3 months of my memory which was never regained. Why is it also on a recall list and being prescribed?"

• XmyXo...
• October 11, 2011

"I have been a epileptic for 16 years, and this is the best medication I have ever taken. I have no side effects and I was able to have my son on this medication."

• JMG
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 25, 2022

"This drug is awful. I have so much anger, and they got me on a high dose, but it’s not working. I also get tired easier."

• lmfao
• October 29, 2011

"My wonder medicine. I have stress induced epilepsy. I am highly allergic to Dilantin and Lamotrigine."

• Joe
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 12, 2019

"Keppra made me extremely dizzy to the extent I had to hold onto furniture to keep from falling down. My doctor put me on lamotrigine. During the switch, I had a grand mal."

• Molly
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 16, 2014

"No noticeable side effects. Except maybe for bowel movement."

• Conce...
• August 14, 2016

"Anger, moodiness, hopelessness, irritability, trouble making cohesive thoughts, very serious suicidal urge. Same day after first pill of 500 mg."

• james
• March 13, 2023

"look it does the job. i dont have seizures on it but it also makes me mentally foggy, extremely sleepy , aggressive, depressed and suicidal every now and then."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 9, 2016

" I Ve had nothing but problems with the Keppera : constant shaking in my arms & legs & pins & needles feeling in my arms & legs severe light headedness no appetite & etc."

• Hjano
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 14, 2020

"Totally halted my seizures with this when nothing else could. Life changing."