Keppra start up side effect

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I just had my first dose of keppra this morning (500mg). Within a half hour I had double vision and my tongue felt a little numb/tingly. Did anyone else have these side effects when starting keppra. The double vision started when I was on the computer and I couldn't make anything out anymore. Just like when I had a overdose of trileptal.

Thanks, Penny :ponder:
 
Never had either. I know dizziness is common, but double vision? Talk to the doc about that one. I accidentally took 2000 mg instead of 1000 and didn't have anything more than more drowsiness.
 
Hi Penny

I started Keppra Nov 6. 1000 mg per day. I did notice slight dizzyness for a while then, then the "Kepprage" kicked in. But no vision prolems.
 
Penny

Yes when I was on the keppra I had the double vision and walked into things.
 
Thankyou all! I really appreciate you replying.

Fedup, I'm so relieved to hear its not just me. :zacepi:
 
My son was increased to 750 twice daily and he is having dizzyness and unbalance. Dr. said it can't be from the med the dose is too low. So glad I have these great forums to look at other peoples symptoms. Now I don't feel as crazy.
 
I would have to disagree with your son's doctor, Pattid.
 
N Sperlo said:
I would have to disagree with your son's doctor, Pattid.
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N Sperlo, I do agree with you there. It all depends on ones body and how medications affect us. I remember dilantin and the amount I had to take to hit a certain level of it in my body. And the affects of other medications I had to deal with when starting them. Almost all of the medications I have taken state the possibilities of double visions and many other possibilities; it depends on the person, what they eat, drink, etc.

Penny, I do hope in a short time your body gets used to it and things kinda head back to your norm.
 
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