Common Names: dilantin , ,
phenytoin
Dilantin uses
This dilantin medication is used
to treat seizures. Your doctor has
ordered the drug dilantin to help treat your seizures illness. This dilantin medication
may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist
for more dilantin information
dilantin Side Effects
Your dilantin side effects can vary but Rxlist.com
has list of all of the risk and information.
Dilantin precautions
Tell your doctor your complete medical history especially
if you have high blood pressure, an over-active thyroid, glaucoma,
diabetes or emotional problems. Consult with your doctor if
you think you are pregnant or before breast-feeding. dilantin can be habit forming and must be used with caution.
Alcohol can increase unwanted side effects of dizziness. Limit
alcohol use. This drug is not recommended for use in children.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.
dilantin and pregnancy
Do not let anyone else take your dilantin medication. Ask your dilantin pharmacist any
questions you have about refilling your dilantin prescription.
Dilantin Drug interactions
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use, (prescription
and nonprescription) especially if you take high blood pressure
medicine or MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine,
selegiline, tranylcypromine) or any other seizures
medicine. Avoid "stimulant" drugs that may increase
your heart rate such as decongestants or caffeine. Decongestants
are commonly found in over-the-counter cough and cold medicine.
Dilantin dosage and missed doses of dilantin
If you miss a dose of dilantin, do not double the
next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual
dosing schedule. Take the missed dilantin dose as
soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for
the next dilantin dose, skip the missed Casodex dose
and continue your regular Casodex dosing schedule. Do not
take a double dose to make up for
a missed one. Be careful of dilantin withdrawal.
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