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Epilepsy missed levetiracetam dose — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateCNS TherapeuticsEpilepsy missed levetiracetam doseGPhC CRA

A 22-year-old man taking levetiracetam 500 mg twice daily forgot his morning dose and remembered mid-afternoon. His next dose is due at 10 pm. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: D — Take the missed dose when remembered unless it is close to the next dose

Antiepileptic medicines should be taken regularly to reduce seizure risk. Missed-dose advice depends on timing and the product, but doubling doses is generally avoided. Patients with recurrent missed doses need adherence support.

Reference: BNF