Briviact (brivaracetam)

Also Known as Brivlera

Prescription medicineOnly Available By Prescription
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Description

Briviact (brivaracetam) is prescribed for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in patients who are 1 month old or older.


Fact Table

Formula

C11H20N2O2

License

US DailyMed, EU EMA

Bioavailability

Nearly 100%

Legal status

Rx-only

Chemical Name

Brivaracetam

Elimination half-life

9 hours

Dosage (Strength)

10mg, 25mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg

Pregnancy

Consult Doctor

Brands

Briviact

Protein binding

Less than or equal to 20%

PubChem CID

9837243

MedlinePlus

a616027

ChEBI

133013

ATC code

N03AX23

DrugBank

DB05541

KEGG

D08879

Routes of administration

By mouth

Directions

Briviact is available in tablets, an oral solution, and an injection:

Tablets: 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 75 mg, 100 mg

Oral solution: 10 mg/mL

Injection: 50 mg/5 mL single-dose vial

Briviact Dosing

Adults 16 years of age and older:

Recommended starting dose for monotherapy or adjunctive treatment: 50 mg twice daily

Pediatric patients 1 month old to less than 16 years old:

The dose is given two times a day by mouth based on body weight.

Injection: 

The intravenous injection should only be used when oral administration is temporarily not available.

The dose may be adjusted in patients who have liver impairment.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Briviact is brivaracetam.

Contraindications

Talk to your doctor about your allergies. You should not take Briviact if you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained in Briviact.

Cautions

  • Briviact may interact with certain medications. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including all prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements.
  • The risk for suicidal behavior or ideation may be increased while taking Briviact. Contact your doctor right immediately if you develop mood changes, behavioral changes, or suicidal thoughts, behavior, ideation, or self harm.
  • Briviact can make you feel drowsy, tired, dizzy, or cause coordination problems. You should not drive or operate machinery until you know how you tolerate Briviact.
  • The risk for psychotic symptoms, depression, anxiety, irritability, and aggression may be increased while taking Briviact. Contact your doctor immediately if you develop any psychotic symptoms or reactions.
  • Stopping Briviact all of a sudden may cause increased seizures and status epilepticus. Briviact should be tapered when being discontinued.
  • Briviact may harm an unborn baby. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. 
  • Let your doctor know if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Benefits versus risks should be considered. 

Side Effects

Briviact can cause side effects, including dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting. However, these are not all of the possible side effects. Contact your doctor immediately if you develop any other side effects.

References:

  1. Briviact Prescribing Information. Smyrna, GA: UCB, Inc.; 2021.
  2. Briviact (brivaracetam). Important Safety Information.. Accessed January 26, 2022. 


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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