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Phenytoin - oral

(fen-eh-toe-in, fen-eh-toyn)

common brand names: Dilantin

Simular Drugs : Dilantin, Dilantin 125

Related Drugs : Dilantin 125, Dilantin 125, Phenytek, Phenytoin, Phenytoin Sodium, Phenytoin Sodium, Phenytoin Sodium Extended, Phenytoin Sodium Injection, Phenytoin Sodium, Extended, Phenytoin Sodium,extended, Dilantin

Dilantin 125 Usage: it medication is used to treat seizures & epilepsy.

How to use Dilantin 125: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Take this pill with full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) about water unless you're doctor directs you otherwise. do not lie down since 30 minutes after taking this drug. Capsules should be swallowed whole unless otherwise directed. Chewable tablets must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing. suspension must be shaken well before measuring each dose. this medication must be taken as prescribed. do not stop taking it drug suddenly without consulting you're doctor as seizures may occur. it is important to take all doses on time to keep the level of medication in you're blood constant. Do this by taking doses at same times each day. don't skip doses.

Dilantin 125 side effects: Constipation, dizziness and drowsiness may occur. If these effects continue or worsen, inform you're physician. Unlikely but report: blurred vision, unsteadiness, nausea, mood changes or confusion, slurred speech, rash, insomnia, headache. Very unlikely but report: vomiting, stomach pain, uncoordinated movements, tingling in hands or feet, fever, yellowing of eyes or skin, swollen glands, sore throat, unusual bleeding or bruising. can cause enlargement of the gums. this can be minimized by maintaining excellent oral hygiene with regular brushing, flossing & massaging of the gums. in the unlikely part you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or healthcare professional.

Dilantin 125 Precautions: Tell your physician your medical history, especially of: blood disorders (e.g., porphyria), allergies (especially drug allergies), liver disease. Use caution operating machinery or performing tasks requiring alertness if this drug makes you dizzy or drowsy. Limit alcohol use as it may increase drowsiness effect of this medication. Limit your caffeine usage. Phenytoin isn't recommended since use during pregnancy. Consult your pharmacist before taking it drug. this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult you're physician before breast-feeding.

Dilantin 125 pill interactions: Inform your healthcare professional about every medicines you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially of: warfarin, cimetidine, omeprazole, sucralfate, disulfiram, oral antifungal med (azoles), xanthine drugs (e.g., theophylline), isoniazid, folic acid, pyrimethamine, sulfa antibiotics, birth control pills, rifampin, trimethoprim, amiodarone, fluoxetine, anticancer drugs, valproic acid or divalproex, estrogens, disopyramide, levodopa, felodipine, primidone, felbamate, digoxin, metyrapone, dopamine, St John's wort, chloramphenicol, phenylbutazone, quinidine, doxycycline, diazoxide, cyclosporine, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone, hydrocortisone), narcotic pain medicines (e.g., codeine), capecitabine. Phenytoin may interfere with effectiveness of birth control meds. Discuss using other methods of birth control with some your physician. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or healthcare professional approval.

Dilantin 125 Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include unusual eye movements, unsteadiness, nausea, dizziness, confusion, tremor, slurred speech, drowsiness, & loss of consciousness.

Dilantin 125 special notes: do not change from one brand about this product to another with-out consulting some your doctor or healthcare professional. goods made by different companies may not be equally effective. Lab tests may be done to monitor your progress.

If you missed Dilantin 125 dose: If you miss dose & take 1 dose per day: take as soon as remembered unless you do not remember until the following day. in that case, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule following day. If you take several doses daily and should miss dose: take as soon as remembered unless it is within 4 hours of the following dose. in that case, skip missed dose & resume you're usual schedule. check with you're pharmacist if you miss doses for more than 2 days at row. do not double dose to catch up.

Dilantin 125 Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in bathroom.

Medical alert: some your condition may cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Phenytoin