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DI-HYDEN 100mg Tablet 100s

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Phenytoin (Na):100mg | Anticonvulsants and Antiepileptics

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Manufactured / Marketed By : French Product Form : TabletPack Size : 100sIngredients : Phenytoin (Na):100mgGeneric Category : Anticonvulsants and Antiepileptics

How it works

DI-HYDEN 100mg Tablet 100s works by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for DI-HYDEN 100mg Tablet 100s

  • Decreased coordination
  • Nervousness
  • Unsteadiness
  • Shaking of hands or feet rare
  • Unusual facial expressions rare
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Uncontrolled eye movements
  • Yellow colored eyes or skin rare
  • Skin rash rare
  • Headache rare

Uses of DI-HYDEN 100mg Tablet 100s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Seizures

    This medicine is used for the treatment of tonic-clonic (grand mal) and psychomotor (temporal lobe) seizures (a brain disorder characterized by uncontrolled jerking movements and loss of consciousness). It is also used to control and/or prevent seizures that may occur during or after brain surgeries or severe head injuries.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1.5 to 3 hours after administration.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 3 days.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to DI-HYDEN 100mg Tablet 100s or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

  • Delavirdine

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients receiving delavirdine, an antiviral medicine used for the treatment of an HIV infection, since it may worsen the patient's condition.

  • Heart rhythm disorders

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from heart rhythm disorders such as sinus bradycardia, sino-atrial block, second or third-degree AV-block, Adams-Stokes syndrome, etc. due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

General Warnings
  • Withdrawal symptoms

    Abrupt discontinuation of this medicine may increase the risk of severe adverse effects, especially if you have been using a high dose for a long duration. A gradual dose reduction is recommended to avoid these reactions. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

  • Suicidal thoughts

    This medicine may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts upon treatment. Therefore, it should be used with caution, especially in patients suffering from depression or suicidal tendencies. Close monitoring of mood and behavior is necessary for such patients. Appropriate caregiver and patient counseling, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Skin reactions

    This medicine should be used with caution since it may cause skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS), etc. in some patients. The treatment should be discontinued if any symptoms of a skin rash appear.

  • Effects on bone

    This medicine is known to decrease bone density and may increase the risk of osteoporosis and osteomalacia. Inform the doctor if you have any bone disorder. Close monitoring of Vitamin-D levels and radiological findings is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Megaloblastic anemia

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from megaloblastic anemia or folate deficiency due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

  • Driving or operating machinery

    This medicine may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.

  • Blood cell count

    This medicine may cause neutropenia, anemia, and aplastic anemia. Frequent monitoring of blood cell count is necessary. Any signs of low blood count should be reported to the doctor. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Voriconazole severe
  • Warfarin moderate
  • Ethinyl Estradiol severe
  • Metaxalone moderate
Disease interactions
  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution patients with porphyria due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases and conduction abnormalities due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the heart function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of elevated blood sugar levels. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesired side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver DI-HYDEN 100mg Tablet 100s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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1 review for DI-HYDEN 100mg Tablet 100s

  1. Ahmad Faraz Rabbani

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