Dilantin
Formulated to manage epileptic seizures to alleviate abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Strengths: 100mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Epanutin
- Therapeutic class
Antiepileptic
- Pharmacological class
Hydantoin anticonvulsant
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to phenytoin; bradycardia; heart block
- Minor side effects
nausea; dizziness; insomnia; headache
- Moderate side effects
gingival hyperplasia; nystagmus; ataxia; skin rash
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Pfizer
- Onset Time
2–4 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
Alcohol; St. John's Wort
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in children and elderly patients.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Consult a specialist regarding potential risks during pregnancy.
Precautions and warnings
regular blood monitoring recommended; avoid abrupt discontinuation; may affect blood sugar control
Serious side effects
stevens-johnson syndrome — requires immediate medical attention; toxic epidermal necrolysis — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to manage epileptic seizures to alleviate abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Mechanism of action
Phenytoin stabilizes the neuronal membrane by modulating ion channels, specifically inhibiting the repetitive firing of action potentials, thereby controlling seizure activity.
Dilantin
Formulated to manage epileptic seizures to alleviate abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Phenytoin
- Listed indication(s): Tonic-clonic Seizure, Focal Seizure