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Dilantin (Phenytoin) is an anticonvulsant used to treat seizures. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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About Dilantin (Phenytoin):
Product Type: Anti Convulsants
Brand name: Dilantin
Generic name: Phenytoin
What is the most important information I should know about Dilantin?
• Do not stop taking Dilantin even if you feel better. It is important to continue taking the medication to prevent seizures from recurring.
• Do not change brands of Dilantin without first talking to your doctor or pharmacist. Some brands of Dilantin are interchangeable while others are not. Your doctor and/ or pharmacist know which brand/ generic formulations may be substituted for another.
• Do not crush chew or break the capsules. Swallow them whole. They are specially formulated to release the drug slowly into the body.
• Carry or wear a medical identification tag to let others know that you are taking this medicine in the case of an emergency.
What is Dilantin?
• Dilantin is an anti-epileptic. It works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures.
• Dilantin is used to control seizures.
• Dilantin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Dilantin?
• Before taking this medication tell your doctor if you have or ever have had liver disease. You may not be able to take Dilantin or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment.
• Dilantin may increase blood sugar. If you are a diabetic and are taking Dilantin watch for changes in blood sugar levels that may be caused by this medication.
• Dilantin is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether Dilantin will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Dilantin without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
• Dilantin passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing infant. Do not take Dilantin without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take Dilantin?
• Take Dilantin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions ask your pharmacist nurse or doctor to explain them to you.
• Take each dose of Dilantin with a full glass of water.
• Take Dilantin with food to lessen stomach upset.
• Do not crush chew or break the capsules. Swallow them whole. They are specially formulated to release the drug slowly into the body.
• Chew the chewable tablets thoroughly or break them into small pieces before swallowing.
• Shake the liquid form of Dilantin well before use. To ensure that you measure a correct dose measure the suspension with a special dose-measuring spoon or a cup not with a regular tablespoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device ask your pharmacist where you can get one.
• Do not take any capsule tablet or suspension that is discolored.
• Do not change brands of Dilantin without first talking to your doctor or pharmacist. Some brands of Dilantin are interchangeable while others are not. Your doctor and/ or pharmacist know which brand/ generic formulations may be substituted for another.
• It is important to take Dilantin regularly to get the most benefit.
• Do not stop taking Dilantin even if you feel better. It is important to continue taking the medication to prevent seizures from recurring.
• Your doctor may want you to have blood tests or other medical evaluations during treatment with Dilantin to monitor progress and side effects.
• Brush and floss your teeth as directed to reduce the risk of gum disease while taking Dilantin.
• Carry or wear a medical identification tag to let others know that you are taking this medicine in the case of an emergency.
• Store Dilantin at room temperature away from moisture light and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However if it is almost time for the next dose skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical treatment if an overdose is suspected.
• Symptoms of a Dilantin overdose include back-and-forth eye movements slurred speech stumbling or staggering walk imbalance drowsiness unconsciousness nausea vomiting tremor low blood pressure and slow breathing.
What should I avoid while taking Dilantin?
• Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. Alcohol can cause deep sedation or sleepiness. It may also increase the risk of seizures.
• Use caution when driving operating machinery or performing other hazardous activities. Dilantin may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness avoid these activities.
• Brush and floss your teeth as directed to reduce the risk of gum disease while taking Dilantin.
What are the possible side effects of Dilantin?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects stop taking Dilantin and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips tongue or face; or hives);
hallucinations;
slurred speech or staggering walk;
a rash;
changes in vision;
agitation;
low blood pressure;
slow or irregular heartbeats;
abdominal pain dark urine light colored stools or jaundice (yellow skin or eyes);
easy bruising or bleeding; or
swollen or tender gums.
• Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Dilantin and talk to your doctor if you experience
nausea vomiting constipation or diarrhea;
mild dizziness or drowsiness;
tender or swollen glands;
swollen or painful gums;
headache;
muscle twitches;
increased facial hair;
swelling of breasts or
insomnia.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Dilantin?
• The following drugs can increase the level of Dilantin in the blood which may cause dangerous side effects:
alcohol (with occasional use);
other seizure medicines such as ethosuximide (Zarontin) or methsuximide (Celontin Kapseals);
the stomach medicines cimetidine (Tagamet Tagamet HB) or ranitidine (Zantac Zantac 75);
the anxiety and insomnia medicines chlordiazepoxide (Librium Librax) and diazepam (Valium);
estrogens such as conjugated estrogens (Premarin Premphase Prempro) estradiol (Estrace) esterified estrogens (Estratab Menest) estropipate (Ogen) and estrogen patches (Estraderm Vivelle Climara);
the heart medicine amiodarone (Cordarone);
salicylates such as aspirin magnesium salicylate (Magan) choline salicylate (Arthropan) and choline and magnesium salicylate (Trilisate);
anti-infective medicines such as isoniazid (Nydrazid) and sulfonamides such as sulfamethoxazole (Septra Bactrim);
methylphenidate (Ritalin Concerta Metadate Methylin);
tolbutamide;
trazodone (Desyrel); and
disulfiram (Antabuse).
• Other drugs may decrease the amount of Dilantin in the blood. This can decrease the effects of Dilantin and result in seizures. The following drugs may have this effect:
alcohol (when used regularly);
carbamazepine (Tegretol Epitol Carbatrol);
reserpine;
sucralfate (Carafate); and
molindone (Moban).
• Other seizure medicines may interact unpredictably with Dilantin and either increase or decrease its effects. These drugs include
valproic acid (Depakene) and divalproex sodium (Depakote); and
phenobarbital (Luminal).
• It may be necessary for your doctor to adjust your Dilantin dosage if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
• Dilantin may also decrease the activity of other medicines including
steroid medicines such as prednisone (Deltasone) hydrocortisone (Cortef) betamethasone (Celestone) dexamethasone (Decadron) methylprednisolone (Medrol) and others;
warfarin (Coumadin);
quinidine (Quinidex Quinaglute others);
birth control pills;
estrogens such as Premarin Ogen Menest Estratest Estraderm Vivelle Climara and others;
the anti-infective medicines rifampin (Rimactane Rifadin) and doxycycline (Doryx Vibramycin Doxy Monodox Adoxa others);
furosemide (Lasix); and
theophylline (Theo-Dur Theochron Theo-Bid Theolair Aerolate others).
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Dilantin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines including herbal products
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