Generic Keppra (Levetiracetam) Causing Seizures
The defective drug attorneys of Marcus & Mack, who have represented injured people involving defective drugs and products, are now evaluating cases, at no cost, in which patients may have sustained serious side effects after taking Generic Keppra. Use of this drug may cause increased seizures in patients. Call 800-488-0338 (Toll Free) or email us for a no-cost evaluation.
What is Generic Keppra?
Generic Keppra, also known as Levetiracetam, is a prescription epilepsy medication. Keppra treats partial seizures, myoclonic seizures, and grand mal seizures. A recorded 49% of patients who have switched from brand-name Keppra to Generic Keppra have developed worsening side effects.
Generic Keppra is currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2009 which means it is equivalent to the brand-name medication, Keppra. However, generic medications may sometimes contain multiple inactive ingredients which negatively react with consumer's allergies, sensitivities, etc.
Why is Generic Keppra Dangerous?
Generic Keppra has caused some consumers to experience an increased occurrence of seizures after taking the medication. Many patients that switched from brand-name Keppra to Generic Keppra have suffered many more seizures which caused some to lose their driver's license or become unable to work due to epilepsy. Currently, there is one reported death due to Generic Keppra.
Keppra is also prescribed for migraines and social anxiety.
Who Manufactures Generic Keppra?
Generic Keppra is produced by multiple manufacturers:
- Aurobindo Pharma
- Teva Pharmaceuticals
- Mylan Pharmaceuticals
- Cobalt Pharmaceuticals
- Roxane Laboratories, Inc.
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratorie
- Sandoz
Contact Marcus & Mack
If you or a loved one has suffered negative side effects from Generic Keppra, please contact us today. You can call us 24 hours a day at 800-488-0338 (Toll Free) and talk to a real person. You can also email us for a FREE evaluation of your defective product, dangerous drug, personal injury or wrongful death case. All initial consultations are free, and there is never a fee unless we're successful.
