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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Missed doses and Changing medicationsIt is very important to give this medication on schedule. Make a note of when you need refills, and try to get them as early as is practical. Set a timer on your watch or phone to help remind you to give the medication on schedule. It is okay to be an hour late or an hour early, but consistent timing is important. Regular Keppra is given three times a day, and Keppra XR/ER (Extended Release) is given twice a day with food. This medication will also occasionally be used as “burst therapy,” which means we start the medication after a seizure and then give it every 8 hours until no seizures have happened for 24 hours.If you miss a single dose of Keppra, give it as soon as you remember, even if it is time for the next dose. Stopping this medication suddenly can cause seizures. In general, seizure medications should be tapered before stopping. Exceptions to this include pets on very short courses of medications, and pets experiencing dangerous side effects. As always, please contact your medical team before making changes to your pet’s medication. Monitoring and Lab workRegular vet visits are important while on Keppra. We recommend visits a minimum of twice a year to discuss how your pet is doing. We may also check this level if your pet is not doing well.
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