EPILEPTIN-300
Capsule
Dose Type
Phenytoin Sodium 300mg
Generic Name
Asian Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Manufactured By
Information
EPILEPTIN 300 is used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures).It controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. It can be used alone or in combination with other medicines.
Therapeutic Class
Antiepileptic class
Dose and Direction of Use
Swallow the capsule whole by mouth. You can take it with or without food. Don't crush, chew or break the tablet. Follow the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor.
Mode of Action
It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Uses
Epilepsy/Seizures
Contraindications
Don't use this medicine if you have:
- Hypersensitivity to this medicine
Precautions and Warning
- Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
- Talk to your doctor about past medical history like kidney problem or liver problem before taking this medicine
- Don't double the dose for the missed one.
- Complete the prescribed dose and duration of medicine.
- It may cause dizziness or drowsiness so avoid any activity that requires concentration unless you know how the medicine acts on you.
- It may increase blood sugar levels. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines to treat diabetes.
- It may cause swollen gum (gum hypertrophy), hence take care of oral or dental hygiene.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.