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Does ANYONE like being on Keppra?
Thu, 09/14/2006 - 16:02Topic: Medication Issues
Okay, so I know no one really likes being on any medication, but I am just wondering, does anyone LIKE Keppra?
I hate Keppra. I hate the way it makes me feel. I'm always tired and grouchy and fidgety. I can't see straight most of the time and my already short-fuse is way way shorter.
Has anyone been on Keppra and NOT had bad side effects?
Because for the number of people, it seems like most people I've talked to DON'T like it.
Comments
Re: Re: Re: Re: Does ANYONE like being on Keppra?
Submitted by EKlairsmom on Thu, 2006-09-14 - 23:08
Thank-you so much as a mom of a 3 year old I thought that I was just reading too much into her behavior changes and increased seizure activity because I knew that we were changing meds....but reading what you all have to say about how you feel being on Keppra I feel bad that I am making my daughter feel this way by giving her this medicine.
I think that we are going to have to find a different med for her I hope that you find something else that works for you...My daughter is so fussy and whinning and tired all the time and I guess I would be to I just did not realize how much it was because of the medicine..Thank-you I am really sorry that you have felt so bad good luck to you and I am giving you a hug from me and Emily Klair...
Emily Klair's mom...Kari
Hi. I had my first seizure
Submitted by akepi on Fri, 2006-09-15 - 02:13
Hi. I had my first seizure in 1985. Since then I have had maybe a dozen more, but all but that first one and the most recent have been while I am sleeping. I also have had extremely long periods seizure free (8-9 years). Since the recent one during my waking hours was a bit frightening for the family, I was convinced to return to the neurologist and will repeat EEG, MRI, etc., that were inconclusive in the past. He immediately, and before these tests have even been done, gave me samples of Keppra and wants me to start taking them.
I am extremely reluctant to do so and more reluctant after reading these comments.
I am also worried about how screwed up I'll get and how long it would take to get 'unscrewed' if we opt to switch meds....
Re: Re: Re: Does ANYONE like being on Keppra?
Submitted by mommy2kyra on Thu, 2006-09-14 - 22:09
Hi, Keppra didn't work for me. My seizures increased, so I switched back to phenobarbital. I, thankfully, didn't have major side effects. I just wasn't pleased with the increased seizure activity. Best of luck to you, I hope they find the right med and dosage soon! Heather :)