₨ 12.58
MBBS
EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Phenytoin (Na):30mg/5ml
- Manufactured by : Pharmedic Laboratories
- Drug Strength : 30mg/5ml
- Drug Form : Suspension
- Pack Size : 100ml
- Product SKU : dis_5972
Phenytoin (Na):30mg/5ml | Anticonvulsants and Antiepileptics
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Pharmedic Product Form : SuspensionPack Size : 100mlIngredients : Phenytoin (Na):30mg/5mlGeneric Category : Anticonvulsants and Antiepileptics
How it works
[post-title] works by decreasing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain by inhibiting the repetitive firing of neurons.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml
- Decreased coordination
- Nervousness severe
- Unsteadiness severe
- Shaking of hands or feet severe
- Unusual facial expressions severe
- Trouble sleeping
- Uncontrolled eye movements
- Yellow colored eyes or skin
- Skin rash
- Headache
Uses of EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml
What is it prescribed for?
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Seizures
EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml is used in the treatment of seizures which is a brain disorder characterized by uncontrolled jerking movements and loss of consciousness.
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Status Epilepticus
EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml is used in the treatment of status epilepticus which is a condition in which seizures present for a long time or a seizure follows immediately after another.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1.5 to 3 hours for an immediate release tablet and 4 to 12 hours for an extended release tablet.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 3 days for an oral dose and 1 to 2 days for an intravenous dose.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is known to be excreted in the breastmilk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Not recommended in the patients with known allergy to EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml .
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is known to be excreted in the breastmilk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary.
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Withdrawal symptoms
Do not stop suddenly taking this medicine without informing the doctor. It may precipitate the status epilepticus in patients with known history of epilepsy.
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Suicidal behavior
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with known history of depression. It may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts. Educate the patient's caretakers about these symptoms. Inform the doctor if the symptoms persist.
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Skin reactions
This medicine may cause serious skin reactions like toxic epidermal necrolysis and Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Seek immediate medical treatment if any symptoms of skin reactions appear
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Impaired liver function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with the liver injury. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary. Discontinue the treatment if the symptoms persist.
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Effects on bone
This medicine is known to decrease the bone density and may increase the risk of osteoporosis and osteomalacia. Inform the doctor if you have any bone disorder. Close monitoring of Vit-D levels and radiological findings is necessary.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor if any symptoms of the overdose like uncontrolled body movements, slurred speech appear.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Metoclopramide moderate
- Voriconazole severe
- Warfarin moderate
- Ethinyl Estradiol severe
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severe
EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml may lower the blood cell count and may lead to a fatal condition. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary. Inform the doctor if you have any blood disorder. An alternate class of medicine may be considered based on the clinical condition.
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severe
EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml is not recommended in the patients with heart disorders. Inform the doctor if you have a history of heart disease. An alternate class of medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Take EPILANTIN 30mg|5ml Suspension 100ml as advised by your doctor. Do not take this medicine with calcium supplements or antacids due to the decrease in the absorption. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may cause seizures.
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
- practo.com - Phenytoin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/phenytoin-223-api [cited 20 september 2019]. 16 Nov 2017
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - PHENYTOIN [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=5362ea50-38a4-48b4-a85b-d634c3d8b91a#section-1 [cited 20 september 2019]. September 9, 2019
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