Is there a shortage of levetiracetam?
For a number of months, people have reported occasional problems getting levetiracetam, known as the brand name Keppra, from their pharmacy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is now listing a shortage of generic levetiracetam from a few different manufacturers.
Why is there a shortage of Keppra?
Pfizer has levetiracetam injection on shortage due to manufacturing delays. Sagent did not provide a reason for the shortage. Sun Pharma are not manufacturing levetiracetam injection at this time.
Why is there a medication shortage?
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), typical causes of shortages include manufacturing quality problems, production delays, and product discontinuations.
Where is levetiracetam manufactured?
Begium-based UCB Pharma, a division of the drugs and chemicals firm UCB Group, says that HRH Prince Philippe of Belgium has inaugurated the firm’s new manufacturing plant for its antiepileptic drug Keppra (levetiracetam) in Braine-l’Alleud.
Who manufactures levetiracetam?
The branded version Keppra is manufactured by UCB Pharmaceuticals Inc.
What country is Keppra made in?
What drugs are in short supply now?
Current Drug Shortages
| Generic Name | Revision Date |
|---|---|
| Calcium Disodium Versenate Injection | June 13, 2022 |
| Calcium Gluconate Injection | June 14, 2022 |
| Carisoprodol Tablets | July 1, 2022 |
| Cefazolin Injection | June 7, 2022 |
What is a substitute for levetiracetam?
If not tolerated then levetiracetam, oxcarbazepine or sodium valproate can be used. For generalised tonic-clonic seizures, sodium valproate is recommended as first-line treatment. If this is unsuitable, lamotrigine is recommended. Carbamazepine and oxcarbazepine can be considered as alternatives.
Is Keppra better than levetiracetam?
Keppra has an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from a total of 266 ratings on Drugs.com. 44% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 33% reported a negative effect. Levetiracetam has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from a total of 381 ratings on Drugs.com.
What medications are in short supply in us?
Hydroxychloroquine (Jun 2022, ASHP)
What company owns Keppra?
Briviact®, Cimzia®, Keppra XR®, Keppra®, Nayzilam® and Neupro® are registered trademarks of the UCB Group of Companies.
What items are currently in shortage?
Here are several other items that we’ve noticed have fallen victim to COVID shortages.
- 1 Sriracha. Justin SullivanGetty Images.
- 2 Tampons. Anna BlazhukGetty Images.
- 3 Garage Doors. JodiJacobsonGetty Images.
- 4 Computer Chips. Christophe Casson / EyeEmGetty Images.
- 5 Lumber.
- 6 Toilet Paper.
- 7 Bicycles.
- 8 Baby Formula.