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COMPOSITION :
Phenytoin Sodium Tablets..................100mg
INDICATIONS :
Grand mal and psychomotor epilepsy.
USES :
Phenytoin Sodium is used to prevent and control seizures (also
called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug). It works by
reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain
HOW TO USE:
Take this medication by mouth usually 2 or 3 times a day, or as
directed by your doctor. This product is not recommended for use
once a day. You may take it with food if stomach upset occurs.
Take this medication with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water
unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at
least 30 minutes after taking this drug. Swallow the tablet whole.
Do not use the tablet if discolored. Use this medication regularly
in order to get the most benefit from it. It is important to take
all doses on time to keep the amount of medicine in your body at a
constant level. Remember to use it at the same times each day.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
Antacids or nutritional tube-feeding (enteral) products which
contain calcium may decrease the absorption of phenytoin. If you
are using any such products, separate taking them from Phenytoin
Sodium by at least 2 hours. Do not stop taking this medication
without consulting your doctor. Seizures may become worse when the
drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually
decreased.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION :
50 -100 mg thrice daily increasing to 200 mg thrice daily
according to the patient's needs. To be taken with half a glassful
of water after meals.
PRECAUTIONS :
Before taking Phenytoin Sodium , tell your doctor or pharmacist if
you are allergic to it; or to other anti-seizure medications
(e.g., ethotoin, phenobarbital, ethosuximide, trimethadione); or
if you have any other allergies. Before using this medication,
tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially
of: alcohol use, certain blood conditions (porphyria), diabetes,
liver disease, lupus, folate or vitamin B-12 deficiency (megaloblastic
anemia).
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in
activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
Limit alcoholic beverages because they may increase the risk of
side effects. Alcohol may also affect your blood levels of this
drug. Tell your doctor you are using Phenytoin Sodium prior to
surgery or any procedure that makes you unable to take it by
mouth. If you have diabetes, this drug may increase your blood
sugar levels. Check your blood (or urine) glucose level
frequently, as directed by your doctor. Promptly report any
abnormal results as directed. Your medicine, exercise plan, or
diet may need to be adjusted. Vitamin D supplements may be
necessary to prevent weakening of the bones (osteomalacia).
Discuss this with your doctor.
This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to
the possible risk of birth defects and fetal harm. Consult your
doctor for more details. Phenytoin passes into breast milk.
Therefore, breast-feeding while using this medication is not
recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
PACKAGING INFORMATION :
Phenytoin Sodium Tablets..................100mg
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