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Keppra and Generic Keppra Side Effects

Like all prescription medications, Keppra and its generic substitutes not only bring benefit to users, but also a list of potential side effects that could ultimately cause more harm than good. While many side effects are relatively common, even amongst all other forms of prescription medication, there are dangers that are more specific to Keppra/generic substitute users, greatly increasing their chances of severe personal injury. Even though side effects are virtually unavoidable, drug manufactures still have an obligation to safeguard consumers against as many side effects as possible, particularly those side effects that pose risk of user injury.

Some of the more common side effects associated with the use of Keppra and Mylan generic Keppra are:

• a lack of energy, weakness, and a sense of lethargy
• a diminished sense of coordination and possible dizziness
• nausea, loss of appetite, headaches, and drowsiness

Other, more serious side effects associated with Keppra and Mylan generic Keppra are:

• a loss of sensation in extremities, particularly the arms and legs
• signs of infection, such as fever, and allergic reactions
• mood and behavioral changes, including irritability and depression

Severe side effects associated with Keppra and its generic counterparts include:

• Hallucinations, psychotic episodes, and the onset of suicidal thoughts
• Further physical health complications if users already suffer from kidney disease or anemia
• Increased severity and occurrence of seizures

According to recent case studies, close to half of patients who use Keppra or generic anti-seizure medications reported that their side effects actually worsened when switching from the brand name product to a generic version of it. An even more serious concern is the number of epileptics that experienced breakthrough seizures shortly after switching to the Mylan generic AED. Not only are breakthrough seizures dangerous in the immediate term, such as if the seizure occurred while driving or while walking down stairs, for example, but they have lasting effects both physically and legally.

A generic medication is supposed to be the bioequivalent of the drug it is attempting to imitate, but the discrepancy between Keppra and its substitutes, especially when you take side effects into consideration, is far too great for consumers to have to contend with. What is especially appaling to those that have been succesfully controlling their seizures for years, are pharmacies that, without their knowledge, switched their brand name Keppra with generic Keppra without consulting with or notifying the patient, the patient's family, or neurologist, resulting in a breakthrough seizure - precisely what neurologists strongly discourage, citing the elevated risk of breakthrough seizures.

Contacting Mylan Keppra Side Effects Lawyers

If you or a loved one has experienced adverse side effects or breakthrough seizures after switching to Mylan's generic anti-epileptic drug, please don't hesitate to contact the experienced Mylan Keppra lawsuit attorneys at Anapol Schwartz. Call us today at (866) 735-2792 for a free consultation.

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