Saturday April 24, 2010


Question: Is Keppra (Levetiracetam) dialyzable?

Answer: Yes!

Keppra (Levetiracetam), an anti-epileptic drug is now available in IV form and is frequently used in ICU. Its important to remember that Keppra metabolized through kidney and dose needs to be reduced in renal insufficiency by 50%. Also keppra is dialyzable and ideally should be given after dialysis on dialysis.