Bricet 50 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you....
... Show more
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bricet 50 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Bricet 50 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bricet 50 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Bricet 50 is recommended.
It is not recommended in end-stage renal disease due to a lack of clinical trial data.
CAUTION
Bricet 50 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bricet 50 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Bricet 50mg Tablet
Introduction
Bricet 50 is an anti-epileptic medicine used to treat seizures (fits) in epilepsy. It can be used alone or along with other medicines. It helps to prevent seizures for as long as you continue to take it.
Bricet 50 suppresses the abnormal electrical ...
... Show more
Uses of Bricet 50
Epilepsy/Seizures
Side effects of Bricet 50
Common
Dizziness
Fatigue
Nausea
Sleepiness
Vomiting
Constipation
Irritation
How to use Bricet 50
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. Bricet 50 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Bricet 50 works
Bricet 50 is an antiepileptic medication. It works by attaching itself 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 c...
... Show more
Quick Tips
Bricet 50 should be taken regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, kidney disease or drug abuse.
Do not stop using Bricet 50 without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.
Brief Description
Indication
Partial-Onset Seizures, Adjunctive therapy in treating partial-onset seizures w/ or w/o secondary generalisation in adults & adolescents ≥16 yr w/ epi...
... Show more
Adult Dose
Partial-Onset Seizures
Indicated for partial-onset seizures
50 mg PO/IV q12hr initially; based on individual patient tolerability and therapeutic ...
... Show more
Child Dose
Partial Onset Seizures
Tablets or oral solution
Indicated for partial-onset seizures in children and adolescents ?4 years
<4 years: Safety and ef...
... Show more
Renal Dose
Renal impairment
Mild-to-moderate: No dose adjustment required
ESRD undergoing dialysis: Not studied
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; bronchospasms and angioedema have occurred
Mode of Action
Exact mechanism unknown
Displays a high and selective affinity for synaptic vesicle protein 2A (SV2A) in the brain, which may contribute to the ant...
... Show more
Precaution
Monitor patients for signs of suicidal ideation & behaviours. Minor or moderate influence on the ability to drive & use machines. Hepatic impairment. ...
... Show more
Side Effect
>10%
Somnolence and sedation (16%)
Dizziness (12%)
1-10%
Fatigue (9%)
Nausea and vomiting (5%)
Cerebellar coordination and balance distu...
... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy
No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
In animal studies, brivaracetam produced evidence of developmental toxicity at...
... Show more
Interaction
Doubled effect of alcohol on psychomotor function, attention & memory. Possible increase in plasma conc w/ strong CYP2C19 inhibitors (eg, fluconazole,...
... Show more
ব্যবসার জন্য পাইকারি দামে পণ্য কিনতে রেজিস্টেশন করুন
The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.