Fenidantoin S
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Dilantin-125?;Dilantin?;Phenytek?
Brand Names: Canada:
Dilantin?;Novo-Phenytoin;Taro-Phenytoin;Tremytoine Inj
Uses
- It is used to stop or control seizures.
- It is used to treat migraine headaches.
- It is used to treat trigeminal neuralgia.
- Phenytoin calms the brain.
Dosing
How to take
- Take as you have been told, even if you are feeling better.
- If you are taking this drug once a day, take at the same time of day.
- Take with or without food. Always take with food or always take on an empty stomach.
- Long-acting products: Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
- There is a chewable tablet if you cannot swallow pills.
- Those who have feeding tubes may also use the chewable tablet. Crush and mix with water. Flush feeding tube before and after this drug is given.
- Chewable tablet: Chew or crush well. Mix crushed tablet with food or liquid. Do not swallow it whole.
- There is a liquid (suspension) if you cannot swallow pills. Shake well before use.
- Those who have feeding tubes may also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after this drug is given.
- Stop tube feeding for 2 hours before giving this drug. Restart tube feeding 2 hours after giving.
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