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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 -
Main Benefits
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 -
Severe
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?
Episol may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Episol, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Episol.
What is the effect of Episol on the Kidneys?
Episol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Episol on the Liver?
Side effects of Episol rarely affect the liver.
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, there is no any evidence that Episol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Episol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Episol can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Episol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Episol has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Episol
The side effects of taking Episol with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Episol
Consumption of alcohol and Episol together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Episol can affect thyroid hormone, long-term use of Episol can reduce the thyroid hormone concentration in the blood, especially in children. Thyroid function needs to be monitored while taking Episol. Please talk to your doctor before taking Episol if you are suffering from hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism (thyroid conditions).
No, you are advised not to drink alcohol while you are taking Episol. Drinking alcohol can increase the level of phenytoin in your blood and may result in unwanted side effects. It also increases the risk of seizures. It is best to avoid alcohol while taking Episol.
Yes, Episol can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. For precaution always consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Avoid taking Episol 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.
No Episol does not cause weight gain. However, long-term use of Episol taken in higher doses can cause weight loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform the doctor to prevent unwanted weight gain.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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