Hallo .. this be Jen .. my William try and it make him seriously ill .. he cannot tolerate .. could not even keep it down .. totally lost his appetite as everything taste metallic and cardboard .. our neurologist wean off xnd put back on Lamotrogine .. this be only med he can tolerate .. so .. check with your neurologust ASAP .. many be havimg problems with it ,.. some do well on it .. do not stop any med on your own .. always with neurologist help cause you need to wean off it .. hope this helps .. hugs from William and Jen πππ€π€ππ
June 25
Yes that is very normal especially change in appetite.
June 25
When I first Started on Keppra many years back, it Did the same to me.
Iβm still on it today but my brain has adapted to it. My insomnia is my struggle today
June 24 (edited)
Starting Keppra (levetiracetam) and feeling drowsy and less hungry? That's actually pretty common, especially in the early weeks of taking it.
Drowsiness and fatigue are among the most frequently reported side effects of Keppra. Many people find these symptoms ease up as their body adjusts to the medication.
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Starting Keppra (levetiracetam) and feeling drowsy and less hungry? That's actually pretty common, especially in the early weeks of taking it.
Drowsiness and fatigue are among the most frequently reported side effects of Keppra. Many people find these symptoms ease up as their body adjusts to the medication.
A decrease in appetite can also occur. Some people find that Keppra affects how food tastes, which can reduce cravings. As one MyEpilepsyTeam member shared, "The Keppra made food taste like nothing, so I didn't crave food." Here are a few things worth keeping in mind:
- Drowsiness may improve after the first month as your body gets used to the medication
- Reduced appetite can sometimes lead to weight loss, so it's worth monitoring your weight regularly
- Never stop or adjust your medication without speaking to your doctor first
It's a good idea to let your doctor know about these symptoms, especially since you just started. They can help figure out if any adjustments are needed and make sure everything is on track.
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Keppra and Weight Change: Is It a Side Effect?
June 24