PHENYTOIN
Brand name: Epanutin
Use: Anticonvulsant
Phenytoin is commonly used to treat seizures.
Cautions:
- liver disease or impairment
- pregnancy and breast feeding
- elderly patients
Side effects:
Occasional:
- insomnia
- headache
- dizziness
- hand tremor
- stomach upset
Rare:
- increased thirst and urine frequency
- skin rash
- gum enlargement
- confusion
- unsteadiness
Interactions:
Phenytoin interacts with many common medications such as steroids, oral contraceptives, and some antibiotics.
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