Phenytal 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
10 Tablet(s) in StripMade by
INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Dosage
TABLET
Expiry
Product Summary
| Salt Content | Phenobarbital(50.0 Mg)+Phenytoin(100.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Epileptic Fits, Seizures, Sleep Problems |
| Therapy | Anti-epileptic |
| Side effects | Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Vision Problems, Headache, Dizziness, Swelling of Gums |
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Medical Description
Uses
- Phenytal Tablet can be used in the treatment of :
- Epilepsy
- Seizures
- Convulsions
- Post neural surgery seizures
- Sleep problems
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to phenobarbital or phenytoin
- If you have Porphyria (group of disorders affecting blood haemoglobin )
- If you have Respiratory problems
- If you have Liver ailments
- If you have Hyperkinesia (uncontrolled muscle movements/tremors)
- If you have Heart problems like heart blocks & AV node disorders.
- If you have Narrow-angle glaucoma (increased Intra eye pressure due to blockage caused by the narrow-angle between iris and cornea)
- If you have Closed-angle glaucoma (increased eye pressure due to blockage caused by eye defects).
Side effects
- Nausea
- Eye related problems like dry eyes or blurry vision.
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Swelling of gums
- Irregular and abnormal hair growth
- Rashes
- Brittle bones
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience any allergy after taking Phenytal Tablet like rashes, hives or swelling on the face.
- You want to increase/decrease the dose of the medication.
- Your side-effects are too severe and disrupt your everyday life & do not seem to go away.
- Any other medical issues arise after taking Phenytal Tablet.
Directions for Use
- Phenytal Tablet is taken orally with/without food and as many times as prescribed by your doctor. Do not chew or crush the tablet in powder form.
- Care should be taken to take the medication at the same time every day.
- Do not change the dose without consultation with your physician. Do not stop taking Phenytal Tablet suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like dizziness, headaches, and increased frequency of seizures.
- It is advised to always check for the expiry date before starting the medication.
- It may be prescribed to patients below 18 years based on their condition and weight.
- Do not share the medication with anyone you know who has epilepsy or seizure disorders.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- The following medications may cause adverse reactions if given along with Phenytal Tablet:
- The action of Phenytal is decreased by:
- Acyclovir( antiviral)
- Antineoplastics( chemotherapy medicines),
- Benzodiazepines( anti-anxiety),
- Ciprofloxacin, Rifampicin (antibiotics)
- Carbamazepine ( anticonvulsants)
- Folic acid
- Vigabatrin (anti-epileptic medication)
- The action of Phenytal Tablet is increased by :
- Allopurinol (gout medication to decrease uric acid levels)
- Capecitabine (cancer medication)
- Cimetidine (antacid, ulcer medication)
- Antifungals like fluconazole,
- Delavirdine (HIV medication)
- Disulfiram ( alcohol de-addiction medicine)
- Metronidazole (antibiotics)
- Omeprazole (gastric medication)
- Trazodone, SSRIS (antidepressants)
- It increases low blood pressure effects of - dopamine
- Increases cardiac toxicity with lidocaine(anaesthetic)
- It decreases the effect of clozapine, cyclosporine, selegiline, citalopram, benzodiazepines(antidepressants)
- digoxin( heart medication), itraconazole( antifungals), levodopa ( Parkinson’s medication)
- Let your doctor know about any other medications you are taking before starting Phenytal Tablet.
Interactions with food items
- Phenytal Tablet does not have any adverse interaction with any food.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:PHENYTAL
Manufacturer Name:INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Address:<p>1. Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.</p>
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Phenytal 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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