Phenytoin (Dilantin)
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Phenytoin is an antiepileptic drug most often used to control seizures, irregular heartbeats, migraines, and facial pain.
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[edit] Phenytoin and MS
Phenytoin is used in the management of trigeminal neuralgia.
[edit] Precautions
- Be sure to tell your doctor about all medications—prescription or over-the-counter—that you are taking
- Phenytoin may interact with CNS depressants such as alcohol
- Oral contraceptives may not be effective while taking this drug
- Do not take antacids within 3 hours of taking this drug
- Medicines used during dental surgery or any type of surgery can increase the side effects of Phenytoin
- Birth defects may occur if taking this drug during pregnancy. Phenytoin also passes into breast milk
[edit] Side Effects
- Constipation, dizziness, drowsiness
- Tell your doctor if you experience one of these: bleeding gums, confusion, enlarged glands in the neck, mental/mood changes, muscle weakness, skin rash, slurred speech, trembling, irritability
[edit] ASK MS Articles
- Herb-Drug Interactions 1.4.3.8.6.p
- Multiple Sclerosis: Symptomatic Therapies 1.4.1.c
- Reproductive Issues in Multiple Sclerosis 3.10.4.1.L
[edit] Sources
“Phenytoin.” Multiple Sclerosis in 2002: Pharmacologic Management. National Multiple Sclerosis Society. 5th Annual National Professional Education Program, Sept. 26, 2002. Page 114.
“Phenytoin.” RxList. 31 Dec. 2003 <http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/phenyt.htm>.
“Phenytoin Oral.” Medline Plus. National Library of Medicine. 1 Jan. 2003. 10 Jun. 2004 <http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a682022.html>.
