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Episol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Seizures. Episol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Episol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Episol are Double Vision. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Episol as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Episol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Episol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Episol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Episol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Episol in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Episol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Episol may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Episol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Episol is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Episol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Episol safe for pregnant women?
Episol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Episol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Episol. If you see any side effects, stop taking Episol immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Episol again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Episol on the Kidneys?
Episol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Episol on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Episol on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Episol on the Heart?
Episol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Episol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Episol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Episol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Episol.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Episol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Episol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Episol is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Episol
Taking Episol with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Episol
Taking Episol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dilantin® (Phenytoin Sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 413-415
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dilantin® (Phenytoin Sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 413-415
