Torleva 500 mg Tablet

Name: Torleva 500 mg Tablet
Brand: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Price: 132.53 INR
Availability: InStock

Product introduction

Torleva 500 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Levetiracetam (500mg). It is used for epilepsy and seizures. It belongs to the group of medicines called Anticonvulsant.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Torleva 500 mg Tablet are drowsiness, dizziness, unsteadiness and nausea. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Torleva 500 mg Tablet works.

Uses

Epilepsy
Seizures

Benefits

In Epilepsy: Torleva steadies the electrical activity in the brain so that seizures happen less often or stop altogether. Taking it at the same time every day is what keeps you protected.
In Seizures: Torleva raises the threshold at which a seizure can start, preventing fits and the injuries and loss of consciousness they cause.
In Bipolar disorder: Torleva evens out the extreme highs and lows of bipolar disorder and helps prevent episodes coming back.
In Migraine prevention: Torleva, taken daily, reduces the number and severity of migraine attacks.

Side effects

Most side effects of Torleva are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Drowsiness
Dizziness
Unsteadiness
Nausea
Double vision
Mood change
Tremor

Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Torleva 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How it works

Torleva 500 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It works by attaching to specific sites (SV2A) on the surfaces of nerve cells. This suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.

Safety advice

AlcoholUNSAFE: Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
PregnancyUNSAFE: Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingUNSAFE: Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.

Warnings & precautions

Never stop or change an anti-epileptic on your own. Stopping abruptly can cause prolonged, dangerous seizures. Sodium valproate and divalproex must not be used by anyone who is pregnant or could become pregnant unless a specialist has confirmed there is no alternative — they cause serious birth defects and developmental problems. Effective contraception is essential. Seek urgent care for any rash, especially in the first weeks — a rash with fever, blistering or peeling can be life-threatening. Report yellowing of the eyes or skin, persistent vomiting, unusual bruising or severe tiredness at once. Tell your doctor about any change in mood or any thoughts of harming yourself. Take the same brand each time unless your neurologist has agreed to a change; switching can alter seizure control.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Torleva 500 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep unconsciousness, slowed breathing and dangerous heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Quick tips

Torleva 500 Tablet should be taken regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
Make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
Some healthy tips to prevent seizures: Take a healthy diet along with regular exercise.
Practice yoga every day.
Get enough sleep at nighttime.
Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/ laptop.
Take your medication on time.
It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness.

Fact box

Chemical class: Alpha amino acid derivative
Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: NEURO CNS
Action class: Synaptic Vesicle 2A (SV2A) Protein Ligands- Antiepileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Interaction with drugs

This group interacts very widely, including with contraceptives, blood thinners and other anti-epileptics.
Give your doctor a full list of what you take.
Hormonal contraception may become unreliable.
Ask your doctor which method to use.

Storage

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Same salt & strength options

Lircetam 500 Tablet, Levetranol 500mg Tablet, LeVERA 500 Tablet, Levepsy 500 Tablet, Levacetam 500 Tablet

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Torleva 500 mg Tablet.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS

Good to know

Common questions

What is Torleva 500 mg Tablet used for?

Torleva 500 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Torleva 500 mg Tablet?

Epilepsy: Torleva steadies the electrical activity in the brain so that seizures happen less often or stop altogether. Taking it at the same time every day is what keeps you protected. It is also used for seizures, bipolar disorder, migraine prevention.

What is the salt in Torleva 500 mg Tablet?

Torleva 500 mg Tablet contains Levetiracetam (500mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Torleva 500 mg Tablet?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Torleva 500 mg Tablet work?

Torleva 500 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication.

Is Torleva 500 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?

Yes. Torleva 500 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Torleva 500 mg Tablet?

The side effects reported most often with Torleva are Drowsiness, Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Nausea, Double vision. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Torleva 500 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?

Torleva 500 mg Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Torleva.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Torleva 500 mg Tablet?

No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Torleva 500 mg Tablet.

What if I miss a dose of Torleva 500 mg Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Torleva 500 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.

Is Torleva 500 mg Tablet habit forming?

No. Torleva 500 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Torleva 500 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Torleva 500 mg Tablet starts at ₹133 (MRP ₹140) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 500 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Torleva 500 mg Tablet?

Torleva 500 mg Tablet is manufactured by TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Torleva 500 mg Tablet delivered?

Torleva 500 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.

Know this medicine

Product introduction

Uses

Benefits

Side effects

How to use

How it works

Safety advice

Warnings & precautions

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you take too much

Quick tips

Fact box

Interaction with drugs

Storage

Same salt & strength options

References

Manufacturer details

Quick reference

Common questions

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Know this medicine

Product introduction

Uses

Benefits

Side effects

How to use

How it works

Safety advice

Warnings & precautions

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you take too much

Quick tips

Fact box

Interaction with drugs

Storage

Same salt & strength options

Related lab tests

References

Manufacturer details

Quick reference

Common questions

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