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Solphen 100 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Seizures. Solphen 100 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Solphen 100 Mg Tablet include Double Vision. Some other side effects of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Solphen 100 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Solphen 100 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Solphen 100 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Solphen 100 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Solphen 100 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Solphen 100 Mg Tablet 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Solphen 100 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Solphen Tablet can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Solphen Tablet can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Solphen Tablet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Solphen Tablet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Solphen 100 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Solphen Tablet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Solphen 100 Mg Tablet 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 Solphen 100 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Solphen 100 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Solphen 100 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Solphen 100 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Solphen 100 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Solphen 100 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Solphen 100 Mg Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Solphen 100 Mg Tablet
Taking Solphen 100 Mg Tablet with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Solphen 100 Mg Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Solphen 100 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Solphen Tablet can affect thyroid hormone, long-term use of Solphen Tablet can reduce the thyroid hormone concentration in the blood, especially in children. Thyroid function needs to be monitored while taking Solphen Tablet. Please talk to your doctor before taking Solphen Tablet if you are suffering from hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism (thyroid conditions).
Yes, Solphen Tablet is teratogenic (causes birth defects). As per clinical studies Solphen Tablet can cause congenital abnormalities like "fetal hydantoin syndrome" when taken during pregnancy. Generally, It causes mental and physical birth defects. Do not consume it during pregnancy until and unless prescribed by a doctor.
Avoid taking Solphen Tablet with paracetamol since this reduces the effectiveness of paracetamol. This happens because taking these medicines together increases the metabolism of paracetamol, which in turn reduces its bioavailability (the proportion of a drug substance which enters the circulation). Further, it may also increase the concentration of paracetamol in the blood which can cause liver damage. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Solphen Tablet can be safely taken for a long time as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Solphen Tablet can cause memory loss. All drugs that suppress signaling in the central nervous system (CNS) can cause memory loss. If you experience memory loss after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
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
