| Active Ingredient | PHENYTOIN |
| Therapeutic Class | HYDANTOINS |
| Indications | Partial and generalized tonic-clonic seizures. Prophylaxis after cerebral trauma or neuro-surgery . |
| Caution |
Avoid sudden withdrawal. Do not use substitute products. Monitor drug levels when in doubt. Nystagmus, dizziness, ataxia, slurred speech, drowsiness, blurred vision and confusion. Hirsutism, gingival More ... |
| Dose Range |
Adult:150-300mg daily, rarely more than 400mg, in one (night time) or two doses daily to a maximum of 600mg daily as a single dose or as 2 divided doses. In status epilepticus loading doses of 10-20 mg/kg given by slow infusion according to body weight, f |
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