Rapitoin

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Rapitoin Information

Rapitoin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Rapitoin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rapitoin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Rapitoin include Altered taste, Ringing in ears. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rapitoin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Rapitoin 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rapitoin is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Rapitoin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rapitoin related warnings section.

Rapitoin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rapitoin in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Rapitoin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Rapitoin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Rapitoin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Rapitoin Benefits & Uses

Rapitoin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Epilepsy

Rapitoin Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Epilepsy (tonic clonic or grand mal seizures)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Rapitoin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rapitoin is used -

Moderate

  • Blurred vision
  • Nystagmus (Involuntary Eye Movement)
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Euphoria

Mild

Common

  • Altered taste
  • Ringing in ears

Unknown

  • Uncoordinated Body Movements
  • Slurred speech

Rapitoin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Rapitoin safe for pregnant women?


    Rapitoin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Rapitoin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Rapitoin safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Rapitoin for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rapitoin on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Rapitoin on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Rapitoin on the Liver?


    Rapitoin has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rapitoin on the Heart?


    Rapitoin is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Rapitoin with Other Drugs

Rapitoin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Rapitoin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rapitoin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Rapitoin

  • Is this Rapitoin habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, Rapitoin cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

    Yes
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Rapitoin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Rapitoin only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, in many cases, taking Rapitoin can help with mental disorders.

    Yes

Rapitoin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Rapitoin


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Rapitoin to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Rapitoin


    Consuming Rapitoin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cerebyx® (Fosphenytoin Sodium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 415

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 598-600



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