Epilan P 100mg Bottle Of 120 Tablets
Description
Epilan P Tablet is an anti-epileptic medicine. It is used for the treatment and prevention of seizures in an emergency condition where the episode of seizures lasts for a longer duration and does not
stop. Epilan P Tablet is also used for the prevention of seizures (fits) during brain-related surgery. It contains phenytoin as its active ingredient. Epilan P Tablet works by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Inform the doctor about all the medicines you are taking and also if you have any heart-related disorders or blockage in the heart, etc. Follow up with your doctor is necessary once you complete your course. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled, before starting Epilan P Tablet.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹182.11 |
You Save | ₹54.39 (23% on MRP) |
Contains | Phenytoin(100.0 Mg) |
Uses | Epilepsy/Seizures |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, vertigo, dizziness |
Therapy | ANTI-EPILEPTIC |
Uses
- For the treatment of epilepsy (abnormal brain activity causing seizures).
- To control and prevent seizures during and after brain surgery.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to phenytoin or any of the other ingredients of Epilan P Tablet.
- If you are allergic to medicines similar to phenytoin (e.g. hydantoins), if you are not sure which are these medicines ask your doctor.
Side effects
- Allergy
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Vertigo
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Skin rashes
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver, kidney or blood-related disorders.
- You develop reddish target-like spots or circular patches after taking this medicine.
- You develop ulcers in the mouth, throat, nose, genitals and conjunctivitis (red and swollen eyes).
- You are getting suicidal thoughts of harming or killing yourself.
- You are diabetic or have any heart-related conditions.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use
- Take Epilan P Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
- It is best to take Epilan P Tablet at the same time every day.
- Swallow this Tablet as a whole with plenty of water.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take.
- Some medicines can affect the way Epilan P Tablet works or Epilan P Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat blood pressure, heart failure, high cholesterol, blood-thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines, contraceptives or medicines for brain-related disorders....
Storage and disposal
- Keep Epilan P Tablet out of the sight and reach of children and pets.
- Store in the original packaging in order to protect it from moisture and light.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD, CCEBDM Diabetology

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Epilan P Tablet used for?
Q: How long does a seizure usually last?
Q: Is Epilan P Tablet a sleeping pill?
Q: How to stop taking Epilan P Tablet?
Q: Can Epilan P Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?
References
- Phenytoin 100mg film-coated Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2025 [cited 29 Jul 2025]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2025 [cited 29 Jul 2025]
- Frequently Asked Questions About Epilepsy | CDC [Internet]. Cdc.gov. 2025 [cited 29 Jul 2025]
- Phenytoin [Internet]. 2025 [cited 29 Jul 2025]
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