Phenytoin

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Phenytoin (PHT), sold under the brand name Dilantin among others,[1] is an anti-seizure medication.[2] It is useful for the prevention of tonic-clonic seizures (also known as grand mal seizures) and focal seizures, but not absence seizures.[2] The intravenous form, fosphenytoin, is used for status epilepticus that does not improve with benzodiazepines.[2] It may also be used for certain heart arrhythmias or neuropathic pain.&...

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Fosphenytoin, also known as fosphenytoin sodium, and sold under the brand name Cerebyx among others, is a water-soluble phenytoin prodrug that is administered intravenously to deliver phenytoin, potentially more safely than intravenous phenytoin. It is used in the acute treatment of convulsive status epilepticus. Fosphenytoin was developed in 1996.[1] On 18 November 2004, Sicor (a subsidiary of Teva) received a tentative approval letter from the United States Food and Drug Adm...

Can u tell me what phenytoin ex 100mg cap? ## Hello, Joyce! How are you doing? Phenytoin is an anticonvulsant and its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, weight changes, mood swings and horizontal gaze nystagmus. Learn more Phenytoin details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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disadvantages of phenytoin sodium IP ## Is toinex - 100 as effective as Dilantin? And, the Toinex I have received is a round, yellow tablet with no markings, Is the right description on Toinex? ## Phenytoin is an anti-epileptic, used to prevent seizures. The main disadvantages would be the side effects, which may include: nausea, nystagmus, rash and increased risk of suicide. Learn more: This is the active ingredient in Dilantin. regtom, as to your question, I am sorry, but I cannot find anything that lists what Toinex contains as the active ingredient and with no markings, I cannot look up the tablets to check. What country are they from?

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I have been taking 400 mg phenytoin for the past 5 years plus due to having two grand mal seizures. I have been dealing with a horrific skin problem (itch that never resolves, easy bruising and now have pruitis nodularis due to the severe itching). I have seen my GP, a dermatologist as well as a gastrointologist. I have had every blood test, ultrasounds a MRI and even a liver biopsy trying to cause the source of my itch. Every test has been normal. My neurologist doesn't seem to think it is caused from the phenytoin. I have read where it can cause some to itch uncontrollably. It has pretty much taken hold of my life and day to day activities are almost impossible. Anyone else out there with similar symptoms? And what would should I be doing moving forward? ## Wow, Pat! I am so very ...

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6-cap. a day need to buy 1 mo. supply ## this site does not manufacture, prescribe, nor sell any medications, this is an information only website. As to the availability of ordering, what country are you in? Phenytoin is an anti-epileptic medication, used to prevent the abnormal brain activity that can cause seizures. Read more:

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do phenytoin ex contain nitrates such as nitroglycein ## My boyfriend has been prescribed Phenytoin ex 100 mg. 3 tabs b4 bed. What is the medicine 4 and what are the side effects? He is 33 yrs old and and fell and struck his head 2 nights ago due 2 what the e.r. doctors believe was caused from a seizure. This also happened once 2 years ago. Any idea the warning signs 2 look 4 and what may bring them on????a ## I had a brain heommarage 5 yrs ago,and so that there is no chance of seizures i take 300mg at night,i had 2 seizures then but since being on this medication i have never had another one since.3 tablets at night for 5 yrs is a little price to pay,so it doesnt happen again ## No, Phenytoin is the actual active ingredient, it's the generic name, it's an antiepileptic. Side ef...

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capsule,purple/white,1560,1540 ## Want to know about the 40 phenytoin SOD action, side effects, substitute, alternatie, etc. thanks ## This is a popular antieleptic drug. ## I take phenytoin sod ext but i am use to taking the white and lavender pill and today iwent the doctors and they gave a orange pill

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Helps w/ depression a epilpsy ## Hi Jacqueline, Thanks for sharing this info on phenytoin. Would you say that it is pretty effective for depression in comparison to other forms of treatment? Phenytoin is in a class of medications called anticonvulsants; and It works by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Information I've read on phenytoin, states that it is a commonly used antiepileptic that is sometimes used in the treatment of depression. -Although I have yet to read patient reviews on how successful it has been in treating depression. If you're able to shed any light on this based on personal experience, that would be a great benefit to those who are considering its use!

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My brother has tapeworm in his brain and prescribed for phenytoin eption is it right medicine?? Now a days he is felling nervous and lost his confidence to go outside alone or do something ## Hello, Boniya! How is your brother doing? This medication is used to prevent seizures. The FDA lists its typical side effects as including nausea, dizziness, mood swings, irritability and weight gain, which explains his symptoms. Did they prescribe something to kill the tape worm? ## hello Verwon, thank you so much for your reply.. as you said Phenytoin is to prevent seizures , my brother has been prescribe with this medicine only . do you mean Phenytoin is not for killing tape worm?? what should i do now?? please suggest me something.. i would be really appricate.. many thanks

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Phenytoin Sodium

Phenytoin (PHT), sold under the brand name Dilantin among others,[1] is an anti-seizure medication.[2] It is useful for the prevention of tonic-clonic seizures (also known as grand mal seizures) and focal seizures, but not absence seizures.[2] The intravenous form, fosphenytoin, is used for status epilepticus that does not improve with benzodiazepines.[2] It may also be used for certain heart arrhythmias or neuropathic pain.&...

i am experiencing extreme sedation on three seperate doses of 100 mg phenytoin sodium ext daily . should i try 2 doses for a while to limit the sedation. i have nocturnal seizures. should 200 mg be sufficient ## Have you consulted your doctor? They would be the best person to advise you on such a matter and it is never advisable to change your dosage, without speaking to your physician first. How long have you been taking it?

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PHENYTION SOD EXT 100MG CASUN/ GERNERICK OF DALANTON WHITE CAPSULE/ FOR SEVERE HEAD CONCUSSION / HAVING BAD NECK PAINS,RIGHT SIDE BACK PAIN. STIFFNESS OF THE RIGHT SIDE OF BODY. ## Phenytoin is an anti-epeleptic medication, most commonly used to help prevent seizures, however, many of these drugs have also been shown to help prevent certain types of nerve pain. ## Please tell what Phenytoin sod ext 100 mg casun is used for and what are its side effects? Can you just stop taking this medizine? ## I have been taking daily dosage of 200 mg Phenytoin sod ext(DILANTIN) since year 2000 to control seizures. Over time, can there be an accumulative negative effect from taking this drug. ## Phenytoin level was 27 Doctor said stop for 2 full days. How long before it is back to a normal level Tom #...

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What are the good and bad side affects of this drug? How can i overcome any side affects? ## HI, Rex! How are you? Phenytoin is an antiepileptic, so preventing seizures would be the good effect of it. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, horizontal gaze nystagmus and reduced folic acid levels. Overcoming the side effects is really just a matter of time, as most will taper off in severity as your body gets used to the medication, which can take about 4 to 6 weeks. Learn more Phenytoin details here.

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IT IS A PURPLE AND WHITE CAPSULE EVERY TIME MY HUSBAND TAKE IT ABOUT 2 HRS LATTER HIS FACE BREAK OUT THEN IT PEELS IT ITCHES ## Phenytoin is a commonly prescribed anti-epileptic medication. Though it is also used to treat arrhythmia and some types of neuralgia. Has he spoken to his doctor about this? This sounds like it could be a severe allergic reaction and he should speak to his doctor immediately about this. You can read more on the medication here: ## what does delayed release capsule ## & tense and it hurts to move my head from side to side. Could that be from the Medication? ## Iv been taken Phenytoin for 2 weeks now. And my neck has been sore & tense and it hurts to move my head from side to side. Could that be from the Medication? ## I want to take natural herbs to help...

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I have been taking phenytoin for 15 years for seizures due to abnormal vessel between speech and memory part of my brain. I fill my meds at Wal-Mart. Here lately they switched me to phenytoin made by a different company and it has me all messed up.I was taking a brand made by a company AMN. Now they switched to a company called Mylan. I am tired of this.Once they gave me phenytoin that was orange color. Talk about being on edge, I was. What is the difference in one company and the other? Now I feel like I am going to have a seizure. I feel totally different.I am scared and don't like feeling weird. ## Hello, Francis! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. There can be slight fluctuations between one generic medication and another, they are allowed to di...

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What are capsule color(s) for AMNEAL vs. color(s) for SUN…thx. ## There are several manufactured by each company and they vary depending on the dosage. Do you have a capsule that you are questioning? If so, can you please post back with the markings on it? That's what would enable me to look it up for you. Learn more Phenytoin details here. ## what color is the phenytoin 100mg capsule

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I use to take 400 mg (1 pill) three times a day. Now I take four pills three times a day. Can that increase the side effects of the med?? ## Changing or upping doses of any medication can result in adverse effects. If you would like to read a more detailed list of possible side effects, please see the following page: It is always advisable to check in with your doctor whenever you experience changes from your medication(s). Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do...

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I'm looking for general drug information on this anticonvulsant medication if anyone can help? ## Garoin is commonly used to prevent seizures for Epileptics, as it contains Phenytoin and Phenobarbital. The medication itself is said to control seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. You can read about its potential side effects and more by visiting the links below: [1] Phenobarbital (MedlinePlus) [2] Phenytoin (MedlinePlus) ## For what treatment is this tablet prescribed and what are its side effects? ## Is it safe to use gadinal (60mg a day) along with garoin (2 tablets per day)?

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As DILANTIN 100 mgs are no where to be found I am in a dilema...Can't switch to the generic phenytoin as I have side effects(loopy, spaced out, no energy, lack of concentration, etc.) Is there any RX that's similar to DILANTIN I might try? H-E-L-P...!!! ## Have you consulted your doctor? You are really going to need the assistance of your doctor to find out what else you can try that would be safest for you. You can learn more about other treatment possibilities here: ## Try Wal-Mart.That's where I get mine.

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