Phenytal 50 Tablet

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Phenytal 50 Tablet Information

Phenytal 50 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Seizures. Secondary and off-label uses of Phenytal 50 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Phenytal 50 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Phenytal 50 Tablet include Vertigo, Double Vision. While these are the most often observed Phenytal 50 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Phenytal 50 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Phenytal 50 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Phenytal 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Phenytal 50 Tablet related warnings section.

Phenytal 50 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Respiratory Depression, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Phenytal 50 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Phenytal 50 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Phenytal 50 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.


Phenytal 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Phenytal 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Phenytal 50 Tablet 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

Phenytal 50 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Phenytal 50 Tablet is used -

Severe

  • Drowsiness

Moderate

Mild

Common

Phenytal 50 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Phenytal 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Phenytal shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

  • Is the use of Phenytal 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Phenytal 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 Phenytal 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Phenytal on kidney have been reported.

  • What is the effect of Phenytal 50 Tablet on the Liver?


    Phenytal may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

  • What is the effect of Phenytal 50 Tablet on the Heart?


    Side effects of Phenytal rarely affect the heart.


Severe Interaction of Phenytal 50 Tablet with Other Drugs

Phenytal 50 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild


Phenytal 50 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phenytal 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Phenytal 50 Tablet

  • Is this Phenytal 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Phenytal 50 Tablet is addictive.

Phenytal 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Phenytal 50 Tablet


    Taking certain foods and Phenytal 50 Tablet together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Phenytal 50 Tablet


    Taking alcohol with Phenytal 50 Tablet can be dangerous.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 85-87

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


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